Is it safe to ride or lunge a horse with ulcers while treating them?

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Hi I have a horse with front and hind ulcers so I was wondering if it was still ok to ride and lunge. I am currently treating him. Pet's info: Farm Animal | Horse | Male | neutered | 8 years and 2 months old

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. If working your horse will not irritate or make the ulcers bleed, then light work would be appropriate. If your horse shows any pain or discomfort, & is reluctant to move comfortably, then stop & just allow the lesions to heal completely before continuing to use him. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Is it safe to ride or lunge a horse with ulcers while treating them?

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