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How Healthy Horse Hooves Help Arthritic Joints

Nancy S. Loving, DVM October 13, 2023

Learn how smart trimming and shoeing techniques can help arthritic horses.

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Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc August 25, 2023

Experts answer common questions about this crippling condition that affects horses of all breeds, disciplines, and ages.

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Learn why your horse might be exhibiting undesirable behaviors and what you can do to change them.

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Pain Management in the Performance Horse

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