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Handling Non-Weight Bearing Lameness in the Field (AAEP 2012)
Non-weight-bearing lameness is one of the most common emergencies practitioners manage in the field.
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Managing Equine Foot Problems
The first step in managing an equine foot problem successfully is to attain an accurate diagnosis.
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Handling Non-Weight Bearing Lameness in the Field (AAEP 2012)
February 08, 2013
Non-weight-bearing lameness is one of the most common emergencies practitioners manage in the field. ... Read More
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Commentary: Racehorse Paynter Continues Road to Recovery
November 13, 2012
Steve Haskin provides an update on Paynter's recovery at Fair Hill Equine Therapy Center.... Read More
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How-To Poultice Your Horse's Hoof
June 05, 2012
Battle hoof abscesses with a poultice, Dr. Sharon Spier shows you how.... Read More
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Managing Equine Foot Problems
May 01, 2012
The first step in managing an equine foot problem successfully is to attain an accurate diagnosis.... Read More
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Common Hoof Problems
October 18, 2011
Horse hooves can be plagued by many problems. Explore common hoof problems and learn how to prevent them. ... Read More
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The Fight to Conquer Equine Laminitis
January 01, 2011
Teams of veterinarians and farriers from around the country gathered at the fifth International Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot to discuss the most cutting-edge information available for the fight to conquer laminitis.... Read More
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Coronary Band Injuries in Horses
September 01, 2010
Horses are likely to sustain coronary band and hoof wall injuries at one time or another. These injuries can carry long-term performance and soundness consequences.... Read More
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Common Hoof Problems
August 18, 2010
Today's horses face many common hoof problems, whether they are pasture pets or high-level competition horses.... Read More
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TheHorse.com Presents Ask the Vet LIVE Q&A: Common Hoof Problems
August 14, 2010
Thrush, underrun heels, hoof cracks, and laminitis, oh my! Today's horses can face many common hoof problems, whether the animals are pasture pets or high-level competition horses. Join us on Monday, Aug. 16, for a live chat event on hoof problems.... Read More
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Horse Foot Bruises
August 01, 2010
Learn how to treat and prevent common stone bruises in your horse's hooves.... Read More
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Hoof Abscesses in Horses
July 01, 2010
This common problem can cause sudden, severe lameness, but can be resolved quickly with the proper treatment. ... Read More
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Hoof Abscesses in Horses
September 01, 2009
The scenario is all too familiar for many horse owners ... yesterday your horse was sound, but today you find him crippled, with no apparent injury! What could have happened? Odds are this horse has a hoof abscess. Sooner or later, nearly all... Read More
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Broodmare's Laminitis Battle Aided by Volunteer Vet
July 01, 2009
After more time at Shawhan, Halo Silver's left foot improved, but the right foot became even worse and she was in considerable pain. The options were clear for Blowe: euthanasia or removing the entire hoof wall in order to stop the pinching.... Read More
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Hoof Abscesses Delay UK Debut for Hungarian Star Racehorse
May 21, 2009
Unbeaten Hungarian racehorse Overdose has been ruled out of running at Royal Ascot next month. The 4-year-old colt, winner of 12 races and given superstar status back home, was set to run at the June 16-20 meet. But owner Zoltan Mikoczy sai... Read More
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Hoof Abscess Keeps Hungarian Star Racehorse Out of English Debut
May 12, 2009
Hungarian-owned sprinting sensation Overdose, unbeaten in 12 starts, will miss his debut in England because of a foot infection. The 4-year-old horse won't run in the Temple Stakes at Haydock Park on May 23, but may recover in time for two... Read More
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Readers Respond: Pain in the Abscess
July 24, 2008
More than 1,100 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "What challenges do you face when treating a hoof abscess?"... Read More
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Big Brown Quarter Crack 'Not a Setback'
May 29, 2008
Anyone following Triple Crown races this year knows there's a lot of controversy about the soundness of Kentucky Derby/Preakness winner Big Brown's feet. But despite a third hoof problem in his short career--a quarter crack that showed up in his... Read More
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Healing Hoof Abscesses
September 01, 2007
Hoof abscesses are a major cause of acute lameness, but early detection can mean a quick recovery One day your horse is perfectly sound, the next he's acting as if he's got a nail in his... Read More
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Good Foot Gone Bad
September 01, 2006
Ric Redden, DVM, founder of the International Equine Podiatry Center, spoke about several common and sometimes debilitating hoof problems that can materialize with little or no warning, such as laminitis, white line disease, and hoof abscesses.... Read More
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Hoof Abscess Goes South
February 01, 2005
My 12-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, Sterling Story, suffered four months with what my vet and I thought was a hoof abscess. He was retired from the track as a 6-year-old, and I have ridden him in dressage and as a trail horse since. He is that... Read More
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Misplaced Nail on Thoroughbred Mare: Case Study
April 14, 2003
A mare in excellent physical condition suddenly turns lame after a reset of commonly used shoes. ... Read More
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Puncture Wounds in the Foot
October 09, 2001
Within this subject, it is also a good time to discuss simple foot abscesses, as they are a common--and often the best possible--outcome for a puncture wound to the foot. Generally before infection can take hold, the puncture must penetrate the dead ... Read More
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Graveled Horses
June 01, 2001
Q: My horse became very lame without showing any signs of cracks, bruising, or having a "hot" nail. The barn manager said my horse was "graveled" and called the veterinarian. After treatment, the... Read More
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Q. Q: My horse became very lame without showing any signs of cracks, bruising, or having a "hot" nail. The barn manager said my horse was "graveled" and called the veterinarian. After treatment, the horse became fine, but since my horse is never on gravel, could you please explain the term? A: The diagnosis of a
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