The glandular stomach (abomasum) of ruminants is susceptible to several diseases. Which of the following populations is prone to developing abomasal displacement or volvulus?

Beef cattle
Dairy cattle
Goats
Sheep

Overview of Intestinal Diseases in Horses and Foals

By

Allison J. Stewart

, BVSC (Hons), MS, DACVIM-LA, DACVECC, The University of Queensland

Last full review/revision Sep 2013 | Content last modified Sep 2013

Intestinal disease in horses and foals is suggested by diarrhea, weight loss, hypoproteinemia, and abdominal pain. (Also see Colic in Horses.)

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The glandular stomach (abomasum) of ruminants is susceptible to several diseases. Which of the following populations is prone to developing abomasal displacement or volvulus?

Beef cattle
Dairy cattle
Goats
Sheep

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