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The Science Of Saddle Fit
A saddle can either encourage comfortable movement and clear communication between rider and horse, or it can result in discomfort and behavioral problems. Evaluating a saddle’s fit requires an understanding of saddle construction, the anatomy and dynamic movement of a horse, and the literal impact of the rider. If you haven’t evaluated your saddle’s fit recently, it could be time to do so.
A Chip Off the Old Block: Equine Cloning
In this article we’ll explore how horses are cloned, why this process is becoming increasingly popular, how closely cloned offspring resemble the original animals, and potential perils and pitfalls.
Postpartum Problems in Mares
Many things can go wrong when a mare foals, both during parturition and immediately after. Dystocia (difficult birth) is especially concerning. Even if things seem normal, here’s why a veterinarian should perform a post-foaling exam for mom an
Cryptorchid Colt, Missing Equipment?
Q: My mare foaled recently and the colt’s testicles and umbilicus are set way back between the hind legs, more than normal. The veterinarian checked him and said he can’t feel the penis. He has not seen anything like this before. Any ideas where I could find information about this condition?
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy in Quarter Horses
Dr. Carrie Finno of the University of California, Davis, uses several case videos to describe the neurologic disease neuroaxonal dystrophy (also called equine degenerative myeloencephalopathy) in horses.
Young Horse Development: Birth to Six Months
Learn about the factors contributing to a foal’s healthy development as he grows into a young horse: Genetics, nutrition, social development, immunity, growth rates, weaning, hoof care, and more.
Diagnosing and Treating Back Pain in the Sport Horse (AAEP 2010)
“Back problems can be performance-limiting in the horse due to pain and reduced range of motion and flexibility,” reported Kent Allen, DVM, of Virginia Equine Imaging, as he presented on equine back pain at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention, held Dec. 4-8 in Baltimore Md.
Readers Stay in Shape to Ride
More than 680 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, “Do you take extra steps to keep in shape for riding your horse?”
Kentucky Immigration Proposal Worries Horse Industry
After being on the national back burner for the last three years, the illegal immigration issue has resurfaced again in Kentucky in the form of a bill that breezed through the state Senate in early January.Horse industry officials discussed how the bill, which could subject employers to felony prosecution for assisting undocumented immigrants, would affect the local horse industry if approved by
Increase in Abortions Noted in Kentucky Broodmares
The University of Kentucky’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) has noted an increase in the number of abortions reported in Kentucky’s 2011 foal crop, especially those caused by nocardioform placentitis. The VDL, which reported 19 cases from July to Dec. 2010, saw 34 cases of abortion caused by nocardioform placentitis from Jan. 1 to Jan. 24.
Mischievous Marsupials Halt Races in Australia
There’s an old adage that says, “Horses are scared of two things: things that move, and things that don’t.” While some horses are slightly less
KHC Names Rusty Ford 2010 Equine Health Steward
Rusty Ford, Equine Programs Manager for the Kentucky Office of the State Veterinarian, was named the 2010 Equine Health Steward by the Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) at an awards banquet on Jan. 14. Ford has been safeguarding the health of Kentucky’s horses for more than 20 years. His contributions to the planning and implementation of the import of foreign horses for the 2010 Alltech FEI World
In-Depth: Rhodococcus equi Pneumonia in Foals (AAEP 2010)
Update on Rhodococcus equi pneumonia in foals by Drs. Noah Cohen of Texas A&M University, Steeve Giguere of the University of Georgia, and M. Julia B. Felippe of Cornell University. (Presented at the 2010 AAEP convention)
Folliculitis in Horses: What to Do?
I own a 28-year-old thin mare that I have been treating for folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicles) with Betadine surgical scrub baths, and she has many bald spots on her rump. What can I use to help grow the hair back quickly?
Lameness: Soft Tissue Problems in Horses (AAEP 2010)
Back problems, stem cells for tendon injury, rehabilitating after an injury, pigeon fever, and more were discussed during the Lameness/Soft Tissue session at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention. (Interview with moderator Dr. Brad Jackman)
Medical Pain Management Table Topic (AAEP 2010)
A Table Topic at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners Annual Meeting, held Dec. 4-8 in Baltimore, Md., addressed medical pain management. Attendees agreed that the mainstay of pain management in the horse remains the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as phenylbutazone, flunixen meglumine, and a newer entry, firocoxib. Participants reported relatively few instances
