Horse Health Glossary
Not sure what that veterinary word means? Look it up below!
Reprinted with permission from the University of California, Davis, The Book of Horses edited by Mordecai Siegal.
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Topics
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Horse Care
How to care for the basic health needs of horses
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Diseases and Conditions
Horse-health-problem risk factors, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment
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Nutrition
Proper feeding practices for foals, adult horses, and older horses
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Lameness
Prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of leg lameness
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Hoof Care
Prevention and treatment for problems of the equine foot
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Farm and Barn
Design and maintain a healthy horse operation
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Breeding and Reproduction
Horse breeding from planning through foal care
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Vet and Professional
News and issues for equine health professionals
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Sports Medicine
All aspects of caring for high-performance horses
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Welfare and Industry
Discussions about the welfare of our equine friends
- Topics A-Z
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Horse Care
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News
Recent News
Research Shows Responses to Flexion Tests can be Measured
Recent research shows that a sensor-based system can effectively measure a horse’s response to flexion tests. Read More
- New Vocations Seeking Summer Intern
- Georgia Horses Removed from Flood Zone
- Study: Pasturing Stallions Together is Possible
- AAEP Foundation Aids Horses Affected by Severe Weather
- Probe of Horse Death at Mountaineer Racetrack Continues
- Florida Horse Found Slain for Meat
- Enhanced Security Measures for Belmont Stakes Horses
- Understanding Mare and Foal Behavior (AAEP 2012)
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Event Coverage
AAEP Convention 2012
Coverage from the 2012 AAEP Convention in Anaheim, CA
Western Veterinary Conference 2013
Coverage from the 2013 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, NV
- Videos & Photos
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Free Reports
Free Reports
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Fact Sheets
Quick references of horse conditions, diseases & health topics
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Special Reports
In-depth reports on many aspects of horse health care
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Convention Reports
Detailed summaries of conventions and seminars on horse health
- Forms
Featured Free Reports
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Fact Sheets
- Blogs
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Free Horses
- Adopt a Horse
Browse horses that are FREE to a good home.
- List Your Horse
Add your FREE horse to our list of adoptable horses.
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Adoption Resources
Learn more about adoption, whether you’re adopting a horse or giving a horse away.
Featured Adoptable Horse
Beautiful Thoroughbred Gelding
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Tools
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Q&As about caring for your horse
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Farm and Stable Directory
Search for and compare horse farms and stables.
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Event Calendar
Find upcoming horse health educational events
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Glossary
Look up the meaning of horse health terms
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TheHorse.com en Español
Articulos en Español (Articles in Spanish)
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Normal Vital Signs
Healthy temperature, heart, & respiration rates
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Weight Calculator
Estimate your horse's weight
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Mare Gestation Calculator
Estimate your mare’s foaling date
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Polls
Users weigh in on horse health care
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New Products
Recently launched horse health products
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Get-A-DVM
Find an AAEP veterinarian near you
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
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Podcasts
Podcasts
- Ask The Vet Live
Veterinarians answer your questions during a monthly live audio event.
- Weekly Horse Health Report
A weekly discussion on horse health topics.
Featured Podcasts
- Ask The Vet Live
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Newsletters
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Magazine
In the May 2013 Issue:
Cover Story
Know Your Horse in Health
Examine your horse's vital signs, body, and behavior on a regular basis to become a more active participant in his care.
Also in this issue:
- Western Veterinary Conference
- Choosing a Veterinarian
- Equine Dentistry: Beyond the Basics
- Planning Hay Purchases
- Common Nutrient Deficiencies
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