Vital Signs & Physical Exam
Special Report
12 Signs of Good Equine Health
Learn about normal equine vital signs and what they mean about your horse in this information-packed report.
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Videos of 2012
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular videos of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?
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Managing Equine Arthritis on a Budget
Veterinarians can keep diagnostic costs lower by using as much information from routine tests as possible.
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12 Signs of Good Equine Health
May 09, 2013
Learn about normal equine vital signs and what they mean about your horse in this information-packed report. ... Read More
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Know Your Horse in Health
May 01, 2013
Examine your horse's vital signs, body, and behavior on a regular basis to be a better horse owner.... Read More
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Horse Health Parameters Form
April 05, 2013
Use this comprehensive form to evaluate your horse's well-being from nose to tail prior to a vet visit.... Read More
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Healthy Horse Manure
March 06, 2013
From digestion to infectious disease, Dr. Erin Denney-Jones discusses what horse poop tells us about health.... Read More
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What Does Your Horse's Stool Say?
March 01, 2013
Your horse's fecal production and appearance can be an indicator of good or poor health.... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Videos of 2012
January 02, 2013
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular videos of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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Holiday Horses, Ponies Require Time, Financial Commitments
December 01, 2012
Parents need to be aware of equine ownership commitment and cost before granting a child's wish.... Read More
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Managing Equine Arthritis on a Budget
November 14, 2012
Veterinarians can keep diagnostic costs lower by using as much information from routine tests as possible.... Read More
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Take Your Horse's Temperature
July 19, 2012
Tom Cassleberry, DVM, of Fairfield, Calif., shows you how to take your horse's temperature.... Read More
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Caring for the Disciplines, Part 3: Trail and Endurance
July 01, 2012
Attention to conditioning and minimizing wear and tear can help horses stay on the trail for years to come.... Read More
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Ten Tips to Keep Horses Cool
June 29, 2012
Janet Johnston DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVS, shares ten tips to keep horses comfortable and safe in the summer heat.... Read More
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Prevalence of Post-Anesthesia Cardiac Arrhythmias in Horses
May 16, 2012
Study links common post-surgical heart arrhythmia in horses to anesthesia, surgery, and recovery.... Read More
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Know How to Use A Stethoscope Before You Need It
April 12, 2012
A properly used stethoscope can help horse owners pick up on possible developing health problems.... Read More
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Lecture on Identifying an Equine Emergency Scheduled
March 18, 2012
On April 3, New Bolton Center will present "It's 10 p.m. and My Horse Isn't Right: When is it an Emergency?"... Read More
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Ambulatory (Mobile Veterinary) Horse Care (AAEP 2011)
February 13, 2012
Dr. Harry Werner discusses ambulatory, or mobile, veterinary care of horses at the 2011 AAEP Convention.... Read More
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Physical Therapy for Stifle Problems in Horses (AAEP 2011)
February 06, 2012
A physical therapy program is owner- and horse-intensive in terms of time and energy for successful outcomes.... Read More
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Horse Physiology Knowledge Helps Protect Animal Health
December 23, 2011
Owners have a better chance of detecting disease and stress in a horse if they're familiar with what's normal.... Read More
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Estimating Horse Weight Accurately
September 15, 2011
Researchers examined the other three weigh estimation methods and found one stood out as more accurate.... Read More
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Normal Horse Vitals Signs and Health Indicators
September 09, 2011
Learn about normal horse resting temperature, heart and respiration rates, and indications of good health.... Read More
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Normal Horse Temperature, Heart Rate, Breathing Rate
August 22, 2011
Quick reference guide on normal temperature, heart rate, and breathing rate in horses.... Read More
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Colic in Horses: When is Surgery Necessary?
August 16, 2011
What factors do veterinarians look for when deciding whether to refer a horse to a hospital for colic surgery?... Read More
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NJDA Emphasizes Horse Health Regulations
August 01, 2011
The NJDA is strongly reminding horse owners of longstanding state regulations adopted to protect horse health.... Read More
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Hot Weather Calls for Cool Care of Your Horse
July 31, 2011
For riding enthusiasts, summertime necessitates paying extra attention to your horse's physical needs.... Read More
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NRHA Moves Ahead with Medications Rule
July 20, 2011
The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Board of Directors recently voted to approve an Animal Welfare ... Read More
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Conditioning Through the Seasons: Spring and Summer
April 25, 2011
How your horse's body adapts to exercising and how he acclimates to spring and summer weather conditions. ... Read More
