Lost a Goat to Bloat...

[Baymule]

I had 3 lambs in the backyard for weaning. I also gave the pellets. Two of them have eaten too fast and choked. I did the Heimlich on them, slapped them on their back and rubbed their throat in a downward motion. Greedy little things.

 

[Latestarter]

Sorry for your loss Babs. Hope it wasn't one of your best milk producers.

 

[Mini Horses]

Goats tend to naturally gulp half chewed rations, which they belch up & rechew later. So, the flush of pellets and the rush to get more than their share is sure an issue. I would put their hay out and let them snack while waiting, with pellets only at milking.

Sorry you lost one.

I have to watch my older mini horses for their ability to chew forage. When they quid & dental work won't help, they go onto a complete senior feed. It's sad & frightening to see them choke. Unfortunately, horses can't belch it out like a goat. I've tubed a few, massaged throats, etc. Horses only breath thru their nose & if you see froth & crud coming out, it's major issue.