Ask the Vet LIVE: Equine Osteoarthritis Now Archived
The Horse Staff
October 19, 2012
Our experts answer your questions about preventing, treating, and managing equine OA.
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
Our experts answer your questions about preventing, treating, and managing equine OA.
“If horses start showing they need a rest, you need to give it to them or they will force you to,” he said.
The Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance was a main focus during a session entitled “Totally Aftercare.”
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative and career-compromising disease in horses.
Corticosteroid use is controversial, but the medications are beneficial when used appropriately, one vet says.
Educating trainers about the warning signs of catastrophic injury can help improve equine safety.
If you are fortunate enough to have horse pasture winter is the time to baby it. It’s also important to realize that a good stand
While equine skull fractures are unsightly and alarming, surgeons can often repair them successfully.
Synthetic surfaces still have the lowest number of catastrophic breakdowns per 1,000 starts.
Furosemide, clenbuterol, and owner education were among the topics discussed during the Welfare Summit.
At least one horse has died and at least one more has contracted the disease.
Whether your region’s winter weather consists of cooler temps and occasional rains or you’re in for months of frigid winds and endless snowfall, you can take steps to make the season more manageable.
The study determined that the state’s equine industry has a $4.2 billion effect on the state’s economy.
Pre-race inspections also communicate a message to horsemen that equine safety is a priority, one vet says.
Seventy-two horses residing in 49 Texas counties had been confirmed positive since the beginning of the year.
Zayat, commenting Oct. 12, said the intent is to eventually return Paynter to training.
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