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Colic is the number one natural killer of horses. It is a painful condition in the abdomen. It can be caused by many things such as impacted feed, a twist in the digestive tract, parasites or tumors. Understanding the causes of colic is important in it’s prevention. Emergency sugery for colic must often be obtained quickly, but it is effective in saving a horse’s life. Do you know the signs of colic in horses? Horse mortality policies sometimes include a certain coverage for emergency colic surgery. To qualify for this insurance underwriters want to know the horse’s colic history. They also want to know that your horse has a good vet who visits regularly. The location of the nearest emergency equine surgery center is also important when being considered for this coverage. The best insurance against colic is prevention. Keep informed about this condition, watch for signs and know your horse!