Exploring the Horse's Digestive System

The video tutorial explains the horse's digestive system, starting from the mouth where food is chewed and passed to the esophagus. It details the stomach's structure, highlighting the squamous and gastric regions, and the importance of fiber and saliva in digestion. The small intestine's role in nutrient absorption is discussed, emphasizing the need for a continuous feed trickle. The large intestine, including the cecum and colon, is described as a fermentation site, with fiber breakdown and nutrient absorption. The video stresses feeding practices that mimic natural diets to prevent digestive issues.

What part of the horse's mouth is responsible for cutting and biting food?

• Molars

• Incisors

• Esophagus

• Tongue

What process helps in moving food through the horse's digestive system?

• Fermentation

• Digestion

• Absorption

• Peristalsis

How is the horse's stomach protected from acid in the bottom half?

• Through a built-in protection system

• Using saliva

• By the presence of fiber

• By digestive enzymes

What is the recommended maximum amount of feed for a horse at one time?

• 1 kilo

• 2 kilos

• 2.5 kilos

• 1.5 kilos

What is the primary site of absorption in the horse's digestive system?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Large intestine

• Cecum

Why is it important to feed horses cooked cereals?

• To enhance taste

• For easier digestion

• To increase fiber content

• To prevent colic

What role does the cecum play in the horse's digestive system?

• Produces saliva

• Absorbs nutrients

• Stores waste

• Ferments fiber

How does fiber in the diet help the horse's large intestine?

• By producing digestive enzymes

• By aiding in the absorption of water

• By moving gas along the digestive system

• By preventing the entanglement of the gut

What happens in the small colon of the horse's digestive system?

• Production of saliva

• Fermentation of fiber

• Cutting and biting of food

• Reabsorption of water

What accumulates in the horse's rectum?

• Digestive juices

• Saliva

• Undigested fibers and dead cells

• Nutrients