Nancy S. Loving, DVM, Author at The Horse

Nancy S. Loving, DVM

Nancy S. Loving, DVM, owns Loving Equine Clinic in Boulder, Colorado, and has a special interest in managing the care of sport horses. Her book, All Horse Systems Go, is a comprehensive veterinary care and conditioning resource in full color that covers all facets of horse care. She has also authored the books Go the Distance as a resource for endurance horse owners, Conformation and Performance, and First Aid for Horse and Rider in addition to many veterinary articles for both horse owner and professional audiences.

Sport Horse Skin Issues

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | May 30, 2022 | Article, Basic Care, Diseases and Conditions, Grooming, Hives & Skin Allergies, Horse Care, Insect Control, Other Skin Problems, Seasonal Care, Skin Problems, Sports Medicine, Transport Stress

Horse show habits and environments can put a horse at risk for developing a variety of skin problems. Learn what causes the common skin issues sport horses might develop and how to return them to top form.

Hives in Horses

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | May 10, 2022 | Article, Basic Care, Hives & Skin Allergies, Horse Care, Other Skin Problems, Working With a Veterinarian

Hives in horses presents as localized, raised bumps on the skin, and they can vary in number, severity, and frequency of occurrence. Here’s what you should know.

Equine Liver Disease: More Common Than We Think?

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Apr 2, 2022 | Diseases and Conditions, Horse Care, Liver Problems

Newly identified liver viruses might be more common than we realize. Learn more in this article from the March 2022 issue of The Horse.

Head First: Equine Head and Sinus Issues

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Feb 21, 2022 | Dental Problems, Diagnostics and Technology, Guttural Pouch Infection, Headshaking, Horse Care, More Diseases & Conditions, Older Horse Care Concerns, Other Respiratory Problems, Sinus Problems, Vet and Professional, Welfare and Industry, Working With a Veterinarian

From infections and trauma to blockages and growths, here’s what your vet might find within your horse’s head region.

Managing Equine Foot Pain

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Feb 18, 2022 | Article, Diagnosing Hoof Lameness, Diagnosing Lameness, Farrier Issues, Hoof Care, Hoof Problems, Horse Care, Lameness, Laminitis (Founder), Medications, Navicular Problems, Older Horse Care Concerns, Pain Management, Physical Therapy, Radiography (X rays), Shock Wave Therapy, Sports Medicine, Vet and Professional

What can an owner do to control a horse’s foot pain? We turned to two equine veterinarians that spend a lot of time managing horses’ feet to find out.

The Frustrations of White Line Disease

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Dec 29, 2021 | Article, Hoof Anatomy & Physiology, Hoof Care, White Line Disease

Learn how to detect and manage this insidious hoof infection.

Winterizing Horses

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Dec 26, 2021 | Article, Barns and Sheds, Body Condition, Horse Care, Musculoskeletal System, Nutrition, Respiratory System, Seasonal Care, Winter Care

Take a few simple precautions and management approaches to help your horse weather winter safely.

Equine Wound Care Done Right

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Nov 30, 2021 | Horse Care, Injuries & Wounds, Wound Management

Learn how to manage equine leg lacerations that require bandaging.

Horse Care: When Less is More

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Nov 25, 2021 | Arthritis & Degenerative Joint Disease, Bone & Joint Problems, Hoof Care, Hoof Care & Balance, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Sports Medicine, Welfare and Industry

Discover what commonly applied practices horse owners and caretakers tend to overdo in this article from the November 2021 issue of The Horse.

Dose Your Horse Like a Pro

Posted by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Nov 23, 2021 | Article, Farm and Barn, Horse Care, Medications, Nutrition, Older Horse Care Concerns, Water & Electrolytes

From antibiotics and anti-inflammatory tablets to anti-ulcer pastes and deworming medications, we ask our horses to consume a variety of products. Read Dr. Nancy Loving’s top tips and tricks for medicating your horse.

Bandaging Do’s and Don’ts

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