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Written by: Jessica Konopinski
Published on: 07/07/2025
So, you think your horse has ulcers? You’ve come to the right place. Welcome to the Trust Your Gut series—a comprehensive guide to identifying, treating, and preventing equine ulcers. Whether you're new to the topic or simply looking for clarity, this series is designed to support horse owners like you in navigating all things gastric health.
If you haven’t seen it yet, we recently launched Camelina Plus – Gastric Wellness. Think of it as your go-to solution for supporting your horse’s digestive system, especially when ulcers are a concern. Since its release, we’ve heard from countless horse owners reaching out with questions about managing gastric discomfort in their horses.
Ulcers can be a complicated and overwhelming topic. While we strongly recommend consulting with your veterinarian first and foremost, we believe that there is still so much knowledge to be gained on this topic. That’s why we created this educational series to offer guidance and support to everyday horse owners going through similar challenges.
The first and most important step in addressing your horse’s gastric issues is to consult your veterinarian to identify the root cause. To help make that visit as productive as possible, we’ve created a checklist of essential questions and prompts to prepare ahead of time.
Remember, there are no right or wrong answers here. Just like your vet or equine care team might tell you, there’s no such thing as “too much information.” Horses can’t tell us what’s wrong, but they do show us in other ways—it’s up to us to pay attention and piece together the clues. The more detailed and specific your observations, the more helpful they’ll be in identifying potential triggers or patterns.
Feeling Stuck? Don’t Worry.
If you’re unsure how to answer some of the questions on the checklist, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of luck. Reach out to the people in your horse’s life who know them well: a trainer, farrier, bodyworker, barn friend, or anyone else who’s had hands-on experience with your horse. The goal is to gather as much input and insight as possible. The more complete the picture, the better chance you have of uncovering the underlying issue.
This is just the beginning of your horse’s gastric wellness journey—and the beginning of learning to trust your gut as their number one advocate. Let’s dive in.
What is your horse’s current diet? Please describe their daily meal plan.
Do you wet your horse’s grain or forage?
How would you describe your horse’s appetite?
How much forage does your horse receive daily? What type and how often?
How much turnout does your horse get each day?
Are they on dirt, sand, or grass? If grass, what kind?
Does your horse receive any supplements or medications?
If yes, please list them.
Is your horse in training?
If so, is it light, moderate, or intense?
Do you trailer your horse?
If yes, how often? Do they receive any supplements or medications when traveling?
Do you compete with your horse?
If yes, how frequently, and do they receive anything special during competition periods?
Has your horse shown signs of gastric discomfort—on the ground or under saddle?
If yes, please describe.
How much water does your horse drink on average per day?
Do you offer electrolytes, free-choice salt, or a salt block?
If so, how much and how often?
How would you rate your horse’s body condition?
How would you rate your horse’s coat condition?
Has your horse ever experienced colic?
If yes, please list the dates, symptoms observed, and any treatments or surgeries involved.
✅ Reduce ulcer symptoms
✅ Restoring weight on horses who have suffered with ulcers.
✅ Reduce frequency and amount of water passed in horses with FWS
✅ Reduce swelling in the gastrointestinal tract.
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Jessica is a brand consultant who brings awareness and intention to equestrian and pet platforms. As a former collegiate equestrian athlete and animal lover, Jessica leads with passion and experience through her writing and brand work for companies who advocate for creating a difference in their space. When she's not riding her horse or walking her dog (with iced coffee in hand), you can find her sharing her love for health and wellness with others and integrating these practices in her everyday work.
