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Heat in a Compensating Limb

An off-track Thoroughbred with a mild suspensory strain has heat in the opposing hock. Could this mean he’s compensating for the suspensory injury?

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The Power of NSAIDs

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories are among the most common drugs veterinarians administer and prescribe to horses.

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Is Your Horse Hurting?

Learning to read a horse’s facial expressions and postures at rest and under saddle can help you become more sensitive to detecting pain in horses.

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New Research Sheds Light on Tendon Injuries in Old Horses

Senior Horses: Handle With Care

Equine osteoarthritis often develops subtly and is a common result of aging. Learn how a horse’s joints inevitably wear with age and how to keep him comfortable.

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