Stephanie J. Corum, MS
Stephanie J. Corum received a MS in animal science from the University of Kentucky in Lexington. She has worked in various aspects of the horse industry, including Thoroughbred and Arabian racing, for nearly 20 years. More information about her work can be found at www.theridingwriter.com. She has also published the illustrated children's story Goats With Coats. Currently she and her husband own Charisma Ridge, a small horse farm in Maryland, and she competes in dressage.
Articles by Stephanie Corum
Equine Lameness Detection
May 01, 2012
Some veterinarians are adding a new tool to their lameness diagnosis arsenal Read More
A Shift in Veterinary Trends
November 01, 2011
In response to tough financial times and an evolving industry, equine veterinarians are reevaluating their spe Read More
A Day in the Life of a Mobile Equine Vet
October 01, 2011
Hop behind the wheel with Dr. Sarah Link as she serves the rural Maryland horse community Read More
Creating a Horse Quarantine
September 12, 2011
Steps to take when introducing a new horse to your farm, and to reduce disease spread within your herd. Read More
Hoof Cracks: Causes and Repair
May 01, 2006
While many hoof cracks are minor, repairing one should be considered when the horse is lame, the crack is infected, or the damage is extensive enough that lameness is likely to result. Your horse's feet are some of the most important structures Read More
What's Brewing Under Those Feathers?
February 01, 2006
It is quite probable that many people have never heard of chronic progressive lymphedema. However, if you have spent time with draft horses, chances are much more likely that you are familiar with the condition. This painful, debilitating diseas Read More
Feeding Hope or Hype?
July 01, 2005
You notice that your competition horse is starting to shorten his stride occasionally. He is stiff and takes longer to warm up. Perhaps he's showing other signs of physical discomfort. Your veterinarian examines him, and the result is what you Read More
Good/Bad Effects of Antioxidants
July 01, 2004
In a society that is trying to slow the aging process, free radicals and antioxidants are terms that are regularly tossed around. One might not realize their importance in horses, but researchers continue to pursue the details of how and why the Read More
A Horse of a Different Color
May 01, 2003
What is your favorite color of horse? Is it the pitch black of Walter Farley's Black Stallion? The whiteness of the Lone Ranger's Silver? The sunshine gold of Roy Rogers' Trigger? How does a breeder capitalize on the fancy colors that bring big Read More
