Horse Hoof Puncture Wounds
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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, New England, and Atlantic Canada.
Posted by Chris White, DVM | Jan 4, 2023 | Article, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems, Puncture Wounds
Discover why you must treat hoof punctures with urgency, and steps you can take prior to the veterinarian’s arrival.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Dec 19, 2022 | Appaloosas, Article, Eye & Ear Problems, Other Eye Problems, Other Veterinary Technologies, Paints, Vet and Professional
Learn about 4 cutting-edge treatments for equine eye issues ranging from corneal ulcers to cancer, in this article from the December 2022 issue of The Horse.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Sep 28, 2022 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, Diagnosing Lameness, Diagnostics and Technology, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Hoof Problems, Injuries & Lameness, Lameness, Laminitis (Founder), Navicular Problems, Radiography (X rays), Vet and Professional
A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Sep 19, 2022 | Article, Basic Care, Biosecurity, Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Infectious Diseases, Salmonella, Vet and Professional, Veterinary Practice
Learn how equine veterinary clinics institute strict biosecurity measures to contain, prevent, and control disease outbreaks.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Aug 16, 2022 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, Back and Spine, Bone & Joint Problems, Hindlimb, Horse Care, Lameness, Lower Limb, Mare Care, Medications, Muscle and Joint Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns, Regenerative Medicine, Sports Medicine, Stallion Care, Vet and Professional
Joint injections can be complicated by a horse’s age, purpose, and health. Here’s how veterinarians approach various scenarios.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Aug 10, 2022 | Abscesses, Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, Diagnosing Lameness, Fractures, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Lameness
Horses can (and will) find unique ways to injure themselves. In this article we’ll highlight four of the most common causes of sudden lameness.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Jul 27, 2022 | Arenas, Article, Farrier Issues, Footing, Gait Patterns, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Shoeing, Sports Medicine
Learn how farriers trim and shoe horses for their unique biomechanics, discipline, and riding surface in this article from the July 2022 issue of The Horse.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Jul 13, 2022 | Article, Diagnostics and Technology, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Lameness, Purchase Exams, Sports Medicine, Vital Signs & Physical Exam
What to expect when a veterinarian performs a prepurchase exam on a prospective equine partner.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Jul 6, 2022 | 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.
Read MorePosted by Chris White, DVM | Jun 22, 2022 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Article, 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.
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