How to Treat Ulcers in Horses: (UlcerGard, Sucralfate & More)

Ulcers in horses are one of the most common yet overlooked health issues—and they can affect everything from your horse’s behavior to performance, weight, and overall well-being. In this video, we break down how to detect and treat ulcers in horses, including the most common symptoms of horse ulcers, the differences between foregut, hindgut, and glandular ulcers, and the treatment methods we personally use. You’ll learn when scoping is necessary, when you can treat based on symptoms, and how medications like omeprazole (UlcerGard / GastroGard) and sucralfate actually work in the horse’s digestive system. If you’ve ever wondered: “Does my horse have ulcers?” “What are the signs of ulcers in horses?” “What’s the best treatment for horse ulcers?” “Do I need to scope my horse?” This video walks you through it all in a clear, practical way based on real-world experience. ⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is based on personal experience and is not a substitute for veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian before diagnosing or treating ulcers in horses. 🐎 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ Early and advanced horse ulcer symptoms ✔️ Differences between gastric, hindgut, and glandular ulcers ✔️ When to scope vs when to treat empirically ✔️ How stress, fasting, and travel contribute to ulcers ✔️ How UlcerGard and GastroGard (omeprazole) work ✔️ Why timing (empty stomach dosing) is critical ✔️ How sucralfate protects and supports healing ✔️ Proper dosing, duration, and treatment protocols ✔️ Common mistakes horse owners make when treating ulcers ✔️ How to safely wean off ulcer medication and avoid rebound acid ✔️ Real tips for getting picky horses to take medication ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: Why ulcers matter 00:22 – Types of horse ulcers explained 01:20 – Should you scope your horse? 02:46 – Omeprazole (UlcerGard / GastroGard) overview 04:26 – Dosage & time-release benefits 04:42 – When and how to give ulcer medication 05:33 – Sucralfate: hindgut support & protection 06:40 – Tips for administering medication 10:00 – Glandular ulcers: why they’re different 10:50 – Misoprostol & potential side effects 11:12 – Acid rebound & weaning protocols for ulcergard 12:00 – Human omeprazole: does it work? This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian