Understanding Equine Choke: Causes, Prevention, and What to Do

Choke is a serious but manageable condition in horses that occurs when food or an object becomes lodged in the esophagus, preventing normal swallowing. In this video, we discuss why choke happens, how to recognize the signs, and what you as an owner can do to help prevent and manage it safely. What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ Common causes of choke in horses ✔️ How to recognize the signs of choke early ✔️ What to do (and what NOT to do) if your horse chokes ✔️ Prevention strategies to reduce the risk of future episodes 💬 Have you dealt with choke before? Share your experience in the comments! Want to Learn More About Equine Emergencies? Be prepared for choke, colic, injuries, and other equine emergencies with our Equine First Aid for Horse Owners Course. Learn essential skills to assess, manage, and respond to common equine health crises. 📌 Explore the Equine First Aid Course: www.equineinstitute.org Continue Your Equine Education The Equine Institute offers science-based, expert-led courses designed for horse owners, equine bodyworkers, and veterinary professionals. ✔ Online courses for horse owners ✔ Professional certification in Equine Fascial Integration Therapy ✔ RACE-approved continuing education for veterinary technicians and equine bodyworkers 📌 Learn more at: www.equineinstitute.org