Equine fluid therapy

Degree of dehydration (%)

Clinical signs

<5

Not clinically detectable.

5<6

Subtle-loss of skin elasticity.

6-9

Obvious delay in return of tented skin.

Slightly ↑ CRT.

Possible sunken & dry mucous membrane of eye.

10<12

Skin remains tented. Very prolonged CRT.

Sunken eyes & dry mucous membranes.

Possibly signs of shock) tachycardia, cool extremities, rapid & weak pulse).

12-15

Obvious signs of shock.

Death imminent.