Nancy S. Loving, DVM
Nancy S. Loving, DVM, owns Loving Equine Clinic in Boulder, Colo., and has a special interest in managing the care of sport horses. Her recent book, All Horse Systems Go, is a comprehensive veterinary care and conditioning resource in full color that covers all facets of horse care (available at www.exclusivelyequine.com or by calling 800/582-5604). She has also authored the books Go the Distance as a resource for endurance horse owners, Conformation and Performance, and First Aid for Horse and Rider in addition to many veterinary articles for both horse owner and professional audiences.
Articles by Nancy Loving
Enteric Bacteria: Can Healthy Horses be Carriers?
July 11, 2011
Could a healthy horse in one's own backyard be a disease risk for other horses? Read More
Air Quality in Barns Critical for Horse and Human Health
July 10, 2011
Most equestrians know firsthand the dangers that accompany their passion for horses: bumps and bruises Read More
Wobbler Syndrome in Thoroughbreds: Racing Prognosis Examined
July 09, 2011
In some cases, Thoroughbreds diagnosed and treated for wobbler syndrome using conservative therapy can recover Read More
Summer Horse Housing: Barn or Pasture with Shade?
July 06, 2011
Where is the best place for a horse during the hottest part of a summer day--in a barn with fans or outside? Read More
Beta-Agonist Drugs: Effect on Respiratory Function in Horses
July 06, 2011
Horses in intense exercise, such as racing or three-day eventing, need full lung capacity to perform to the to Read More
Shipping Fever: Prevention is Key
July 05, 2011
Transportation is a rish factor for the development of broncho or pleuropneumonia (commonly known as shipping Read More
Antibiotic Resistance in Horses: Is There a Problem?
July 04, 2011
Antimicrobial resistance is taking its toll on horses worldwide. Read More
<i>Clostridium difficile</i>: Advancements in Understanding
July 03, 2011
One of the most dangerous organisms that can sicken horses is the bacterium Clostridium difficile. Read More
Solid Tumors in Horses: Characteristics and Treatments
July 02, 2011
Skin and subcutaneous (under the skin) tumors in horses comprise 50-80% of all equine neoplasia (tumors). Read More
Advancements in Understanding Airway Diseases
July 01, 2011
Researchers have made strides in understanding airway diseases and what helps (or does not help) control them. Read More
Once-Over Grooming
July 01, 2011
Grooming gives you visual and tactile information about your horse's health. Read More
What's New With Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis?
June 30, 2011
Researchers have made great strides in their understanding of EPM and improvements in diagnostic and treatment Read More
Recumbent Horses: Factors Associated With Survival
June 29, 2011
Finding a horse recumbent (unable to rise after lying down) is a nightmare no horse owner wants to experience. Read More
Cholangiohepatitis in Horses
June 13, 2011
Early Kentucky Derby favorite Uncle Mo was recently diagnosed with cholangiohepatits, a rare condition in Read More
Assessing Abdominal Abscesses (AAEP 2010)
March 29, 2011
A variety of equine conditions can present with clinical signs that include colic pain, fever, decreased appetite, and weight loss. Similar signs occur with abdominal abscesses, making them challenging to diagnose. At the 2010 American Association of Read More
Cryotherapy Methods for Laminitis Treatment Compared (AAEP 2010)
March 25, 2011
Recent surveys of equine veterinarians reveal that laminitis is the No. 1 lameness concern of equine practitioners, due how difficult it is to treat and manage this debilitating condition. On the topic of laminitis control, Heidi Reesink, VMD, a Read More
Enostosislike Lesions in Horses (AAEP 2010)
March 20, 2011
When new bone forms within long bones, enostosislike lesions (ELLs) can develop--an uncommon but concerning problem. Simply put, ELLs are bony growths within the cavity of the bone. At present, the exact cause of this phenomenon is unknown but Read More
How to Manage a Quarter Crack in Equine Hooves
March 17, 2011
Lameness caused by quarter cracks is a nemesis of horses and owners, and treatment is often complex. Read More
Battling Dehydration in Horses with Hypertonic Saline (AAEP 2010)
March 14, 2011
When horses have hemorrhaged or have experienced fluid losses from dehydration, they can end up in a dangerous state of low blood volume, called hypovolemia. Veterinarians use hypertonic saline to restore blood pressure while administering additional Read More
Equine TMJ Disease: Why So Rare? (AAEP 2010)
March 13, 2011
A resurgence of interest in the equine temporomandibular joint (TMJ) (which allows for opening and closing of a horse's mouth) has led to discussions on the relationship of TMJ disease to weight loss or behavioral changes in horses. Read More
Antimicrobial-Associated Diarrhea in Equine Referral Practices (AAEP 2010)
March 12, 2011
Veterinarians commonly treat many equine infections with antimicrobial drugs to achieve resolution. However, in some cases, the antimicrobials themselves induce gastrointestinal disturbances with subsequent diarrhea. "This unfortunate side effect of Read More
Pigeon Fever as a Lameness Cause (AAEP 2010)
March 11, 2011
The soil-borne bacterium Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis can infect horses and cause a condition commonly known as pigeon fever, in which the infected horses often have pectoral swelling, resembling a pigeon's breast. Other clinical signs include Read More
Economic Impact of Osteoarthritis and Joint Health Supplements (AAEP 2010)
March 08, 2011
Osteoarthritis is expensive to manage, with estimated annual costs as high as $10,000-15,000 per horse to diagnose, treat, and medicate, explained Wayne McIlwraith, BVSc, PhD, DSc, FRCVS, Dipl. ACVS, director of the Orthopedic Research Center at Colo Read More
'Embryonic' Stem Cells and Tendonitis Repair (AAEP 2010)
March 07, 2011
Embryonic stem cells (ESCs, cells derived from embryos or generated using genetic means) have improved growth potential and are pluripotent, meaning they can form any tissue type to produce optimal healing. Unlike stem cells derived from an adult Read More
Penetrating Injuries in Horse Hooves
March 04, 2011
When it comes to penetrating hoof injuries, early, aggressive treatment is key to a favorable outcome. Read More
