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Observation, Science, and Equine Lameness Diagnosis

Equine Disease Quarterly January 10, 2017

Vets can glean crucial information by evaluating horses with performance issues in hand, on the longe, and under saddle.

Soft Tissue Injuries of the Western Performance Horse’s Foot

Alexandra Beckstett January 1, 2017

Veterinarians discuss how they diagnose and treat injuries to the collateral ligament, DDFT, navicular bursa, and more.

bisphosphonates; Pennsylvania Outlines New Racing Drug

Researchers Validate New Equine Drug-Testing Method

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA December 21, 2016

Scientists in Hong Kong validated a “dilute-and-shoot” test that can check for more than 40 difficult-to-detect drugs.

Scientists Study Body Lean in Sound Horses

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA December 13, 2016

Young horses leaned more than older ones with better musculoskeletal strength and coordination, scientists say.

Where Rules Matter Most: Managing Your Horse’s Medications

Edited Press Release November 18, 2016

Work with your vet to find the best options for your horse that are within your breed or show association’s drug rules.

Participation Sought in Study on Collapse, Sudden Death

Erica Larson November 9, 2016

The researchers are nearly ready to start analyzing data, but the surveys will remain online for a few more weeks.

Scientists Study Segmented Navicular Bones

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA November 1, 2016

Some horses’ navicular bones segmented into two or three parts, which can be detrimental to health and welfare.

Managing and Maintaining the Older Equine Athlete

The Horse Staff October 27, 2016

Do you have a mature or senior horse? Find out how to keep him comfortable and competitive as he ages!

Sport Horse Medicine Focus of AAEP’s 2017 Resort Symposium

Edited Press Release October 19, 2016

Lecture topics will include neurologic and orthopedic problems, imaging techniques, and treatment and rehab options.

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Nancy S. Loving, DVM October 14, 2016

Using sensible strategies, we can help keep equine joints healthy and capable of withstanding athletic demands.

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Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA September 1, 2016

Pay attention to signs of poor welfare and adapt your riding and training techniques to improve your horse’s well-being.

Is Your Horse Ready to Learn?

Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA August 8, 2016

Researchers found that some mental warm-up to prepare your horse to learn can go a long way toward effective training.

How Footing Impacts Musculoskeletal Health

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Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA July 29, 2016

Researchers learned that dressage horses have the greatest risk of locomotor problems, among other findings.

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Diagnosing and Treating Neck and Back Pain in Horses

Erica Larson June 4, 2016

Identifying and fixing neck and back pain can be, well, a pain in the neck. Here’s how vets work through the issues.

Researchers Study the Genetics of Trainability

Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc May 20, 2016

Scientists found a gene that could identify superior tractability, or how easily a horse can be trained or controlled.

Canada Introduces New Equine Biosecurity Standards

New Equine Canada Horse Welfare Rule Effective Immediately

Edited Press Release May 17, 2016

Horses not accepted at the first FEI inspection may not compete in national classes at the same event for 48 hours.

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