COLIC: Chris Baldwin says...
Tough decisions
Q If my horse were to colic, how will I know when euthanasia is a kinder choice for him rather than trying surgery?
Holly Walker, Gloucestershire
This is a very individual, case-by-case decision, with multiple variables involved, including the personal beliefs of the owner, available finances, the type of colic and prognosis, and the general health status of the horse. Some owners will not consider surgical intervention at all; others may opt for surgery but request the horse is euthanised on the table during surgery if there is a poor prognosis. Others will ask for everything
