Chris White, DVM, Author at The Horse

Chris White, DVM

Chris White, DVM, was raised in central Maine and competed in barrel racing his entire childhood. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Atlantic Veterinary College, in Prince Edward Island, Canada. His interests include performance horse medicine, ophthalmology, and dental care. He has practiced in Upstate New York and New England and is currently an equine veterinarian at Avon Animal Hospital in Nova Scotia, Canada.

What Does it Mean When a Horse’s Hock Is ‘Fused’?

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Sep 1, 2021 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Lameness, Lower Limb, Older Horse Care Concerns

Osteoarthritis in horses’ hocks can lead to joint fusion. For some affected horses, this might be a good thing. Find out why.

The Crossroads of PPID, Insulin Resistance, and Laminitis

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Aug 27, 2021 | Cushing's Disease, Diseases and Conditions, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Laminitis (Founder), Metabolic Problems, Metabolic Syndrome, Older Horse Care Concerns

Veterinarians have warned owners of PPID horses about the predisposition they carry for laminitis. However, recent research suggests it’s not that black and white.

Horse Hind-Limb Enigmas

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Aug 4, 2021 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Conformation Problems, Diagnosing Lameness, Diagnostics and Technology, Hindlimb, Horse Care, Lameness, Ligament & Tendon Injuries, Older Horse Care Concerns, Sports Medicine

While forelimb lamenesses are fairly common, hind-limb issues can be less obvious and even underdiagnosed. Learn about the common causes of lameness in the hind end and how to diagnose and treat them.

Sedation for Standing Procedures

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Jul 14, 2021 | Horse Care, Recovering from Injury & Surgery, Vet and Professional, Veterinary Practice

Modern options for equine sedation allow veterinarians to safely and thoroughly provide care for their patients during standing procedures such as dental exams and joint injections.

Senior Horses: Handle With Care

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Jun 25, 2021 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Bone & Joint Problems, Horse Care, Joint Supplements, Lameness, Muscle and Joint Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns, Pain Management

Osteoarthritis can be an insidious process and a common consequence of aging. Learn how horses’ joints inevitably wear with age and how to keep them comfortable in this article from the June 2021 issue of The Horse.

What’s Up With My Horse’s Hooves?

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Jun 9, 2021 | Abscesses, Diagnosing Lameness, Farrier Issues, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Hoof Cracks, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Lameness

Veterinarians and farriers answer common hoof health questions in this article from the May 2021 issue of The Horse.

Biosecurity for Show Horses

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Apr 8, 2021 | Basic Care, Biosecurity, Diseases and Conditions, Equine Herpesvirus (EHV), Horse Care, Infectious Diseases, Influenza, Sports Medicine, Strangles, Welfare and Industry

Horse shows and events can act as petri dishes for infectious agents. Learn about the common pathogens horses encounter and how to protect your horse from them.

Practical Equine Parasite Control

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Mar 26, 2021 | Basic Care, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Farm and Barn, Foal Care and Problems, Horse Care, Medications, Older Horse Care Concerns

Learn about common parasites your horse might face, the drugs best used to treat them, and the current state of anthelminthic (dewormer) resistance and deworming protocols.

Equine Wellness Exams 101

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Mar 2, 2021 | Basic Care, Body Condition, Dental Problems, Deworming & Internal Parasites, Horse Care, Lameness, Nutrition, Nutrition Basics, Older Horse Care Concerns, Seasonal Care, Sports Medicine, Vaccinations, Vet and Professional, Vital Signs & Physical Exam, Working With a Veterinarian

Is your horse’s annual wellness exam comprehensive? Learn about common wellness steps and how your veterinarian can help you address and correct problems you might encounter.

Podotrochlosis 101

Posted by Chris White, DVM | Feb 24, 2021 | Article, Diagnostics and Technology, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Lameness, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Navicular Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns, Radiography (X rays), Sports Medicine

Though it goes by several names, the condition is common among horses and frustrating for owners, farriers, and veterinarians alike.

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