Question

select the correct answer.
sarah owns a horse. she notices that the horse shows signs of colic and difficulty in urination. what should she do?
a. feed the horse less hay for a few days
b. give the horse plenty of fluids for a few days
c. keep the horse in quarantine
d. check if there are small beetles in the hay
e. take the horse out and exercise it

Explanation:

Colic and difficulty urinating in horses can be signs of serious issues (e.g., urinary tract problems, impaction). None of the options address immediate veterinary care, but among the choices, checking for beetles in hay is relevant because certain beetles (like blister beetles) produce toxins that cause colic and urinary issues in horses. Other options are either inappropriate (quarantine for non-infectious signs, exercise for colic) or not targeted to the potential cause.

Answer:

D. check if there are small beetles in the hay