Table 1

Decreased activity level*	Increased heart rate (> 65 bpm)*
Decreased feed intake	Increased respiratory rate (>40)*
Decreased performance*	Stiff gaits & swollen body parts
Ataxia & behavioral changes	Diaphragm beats in the flanks
Diarrhea and/or colic	Lung edema
Less elasticity of skinfolds*	Dehydration (gums loose color)*

Table 1: The most relevant signs of heat stress in a horse

(bpm = beats per minute; * = the major parameters for heat stress assessment)

Tables at a glance

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Figure 1

FIGURE 1

Figure 1: An example of the ECU, equipped with a special sprinkler on top, and two fans at the back poles.

The ECU (and the cooling Carousel) are patented.