Survey: Owners Consider Vets Important in Horse Health Care

The 2015 AHP Equine Industry Survey shows that horse owners rely on vets, industry has stabilized since Great Recession.
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The 2015 American Horse Publications (AHP) Equine Industry Survey, sponsored by Zoetis, is complete and preliminary results paint a positive picture for both veterinarians and for the industry’s recovery from the economic decline of 2008-2009.

The survey ran from Jan. 6 to April 1 and was designed to gauge participation trends and management practices in the U.S. equine industry, identify critical issues facing the equine industry as perceived by those who own or manage horses, and lead to a better understanding of horse health issues. Previous surveys were conducted in 2009-2010 and 2012.

This year, more than 11,300 people participated, resulting in 10,662 usable surveys after researchers removed duplicates and ineligible respondents (residing outside the United States, invalid zip codes, not owning or managing horses).

Horse Health Care Findings

Study results showed that horse owners and managers are about three times more likely to make health care decisions themselves (regardless of whether they board their horses or keep them at home) than to make care decisions in combination with other professionals, such as barn or farm managers, trainers, or veterinarians

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Erica Larson, former news editor for The Horse, holds a degree in journalism with an external specialty in equine science from Michigan State University in East Lansing. A Massachusetts native, she grew up in the saddle and has dabbled in a variety of disciplines including foxhunting, saddle seat, and mounted games. Currently, Erica competes in eventing with her OTTB, Dorado.

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