Equine veterinary medicine Books

Book SynopsisThis concise, practical text covers the essential information veterinary students need to succeed in equine medicine and surgery, focusing on the nervous system, eyes, cardiovascular disorders and haemolymphatic systems. Written for an international readership, the book conveys the core information in an easily digestible, precise form with extensive use of bullet points, tables, flow charts, diagrams, lists, protocols and extensive illustrations. Part of a five-book series that extracts and updates key information from Munroe's Equine Surgery, Reproduction and Medicine, Second Edition, the book distils best practice in a logical straightforward clinical-based approach. It details clinical anatomy, physical clinical examination techniques, diagnostic techniques and normal parameters, emphasising the things regularly available to general practitioners with minimal information of advanced techniques. The nervous system section discusses in detail the neuTable of ContentsNervous System. Eyes. Cardiovascular Disorders. Haemolymphatic system.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“The illustrations and graphics are exceptional, and the photographs are well and appropriately labeled for the subject at hand. In my opinion, this book will be a valuable addition to the library of anyone with an interest in the function and care of horses.” JAVMA | JUN 15, 2021 | VOL 258 | NO. 12Table of ContentsList of Contributors xv Preface to the Seventh Edition xix Preface to the Sixth Edition xxi Preface to the Fifth Edition xxiii Preface to the Fourth Edition xxv Acknowledgments xxvii Common Terminologies and Abbreviations xxix About the Companion Website xxxi 1 Functional Anatomy of the Equine Musculoskeletal System 1Anna Dee Fails Anatomic Nomenclature and Usage 1 Thoracic Limb 1 Hindlimb 34 Axial Components 60 Acknowledgment 64 2 Examination for Lameness 67 History, Visual Exam, and Conformation 67Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak Introduction 67 Adaptive Strategies of Lame Horses 67 Classification of Lameness 68 Signalment and Use 71 History (Anamnesis) 71 Visual Examination at Rest 71 Conformation 72 Conformation Components and Traits 74 Acknowledgment 91 Palpation and Manipulation 93Gary M. Baxter and Ted S. Stashak Foot 93 Pastern 96 Fetlock 97 Metacarpus/Metatarsus (MC/MT) 97 Suspensory Ligament 99 Flexor Tendons 100 Carpus 100 Forearm (Antebrachium) and Elbow 101 Shoulder and Scapula 102 Tarsus (Hock) 105 Tibia 107 Stifle 109 Femur 112 Hip 112 Pelvis 113 Back 113 Neck 115 Flexion Tests/Manipulation 115 Distal Limb/Phalangeal/Fetlock Flexion 115 Carpal Flexion 117 Elbow Flexion 117 Shoulder/Upper Forelimb Flexion 117 Tarsal/Hock Flexion 117 Stifle Flexion 119 Full‐Limb Forelimb and Hindlimb Flexion 119 Navicular Wedge Test 119 Direct or Local Pressure plus Movement 120 Subjective Assessment of Lameness 123Kevin G. Keegan Evaluation of the Horse for Lameness at the Walk 124 Evaluation of the Horse at the Trot 126 Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Head for Forelimb Lameness 126 Withers Movement 129 Evaluation of Vertical Movement of the Pelvis for Hindlimb Lameness (the Vertical Pelvic Movement [VPM] Method) 129 Evaluation of Pelvic Rotation for Hindlimb Lameness (The Pelvic Rotation Method [PRM]) 131 Bilateral Lameness 132 Observing Movement of the Limbs 134 Joint Angle Measurements Associated with Lameness 134 Stride Timing and Length Variables Associated with Lameness 134 Hoof Trajectory Associated with Lameness 135 Lameness Evaluation During Ipsilateral Gaits 135 Evaluation of Lameness at the Lunge 136 Evaluation of Lameness Under Saddle 136 Subjective Scoring Methods 137 Objective Assessment of Lameness 139Kevin G. Keegan Measurement of Ground Reaction Forces (Kinetics) 139 Measurement of Movement (Kinematics) 140 Perineural and Intrasynovial Anesthesia 157Gary M. Baxter Types of Local Anesthetics 157 Skin Preparation and Restraint 157 Perineural Anesthesia 157 Intrasynovial Anesthesia 167 Acknowledgment 187 3 Diagnostic Imaging 189 Radiography 189Myra Barrett and Elizabeth Acutt Equipment 189 Digital Radiography Systems 191 Radiation Safety 194 Contrast Examinations 195 Principles of Radiographic Interpretation 198 Limitations of Radiography 210 Normal Radiographic Anatomy 211 Acknowledgments 299 Ultrasound 301W. Rich Redding Introduction 301 Ultrasound to Evaluate Tendons and Ligaments 302 Patient Preparation and Scan Protocol 303 Ultrasonographic Assessment of Tendon/Ligament Pathology 316 Limitations of Ultrasonography 321 Ultrasound to Evaluate Joint Injury 323 Indications for Ultrasonography of Joints 324 Equipment and Technique 324 Ultrasonographic Appearance of Periarticular Structures 326 Ultrasonic Appearance of the Joint 327 Conclusions 331 Other Indications for Ultrasonography of the Musculoskeletal System 332 New Directions in the Use of Ultrasound 335 Nuclear Medicine/Scintigraphy 342Kurt Selberg, Elizabeth Acutt, and Alejandro Valdés‐Martínez Principles of Nuclear Medicine 342 Radiation Safety and Protection 343 Imaging Equipment 343 Method for a Scintigraphic Exam of the Musculoskeletal System 344 Indications for Nuclear Scintigraphy of the Musculoskeletal System in Horses 347 Normal Bone Scan 348 Scintigraphic Signs of Disease 356 Abnormal Conditions for Specific Anatomical Regions 361 Limitations of Nuclear Medicine 373 Computed Tomography 376Mathieu Spriet Introduction 376 Equipment and Principles of CT 376 Clinical Use of CT in Equine Orthopedic Imaging 378 Contrast‐Enhanced CT 380 Positron Emission Tomography 383 Conclusion 383 Magnetic Resonance Imaging 387Michael Schramme and Emilie Segard‐Weisse Introduction 387 General Principles and Physics of MRI 387 Equipment, High‐ and Low‐Field Magnets, and RF Coils 387 Sequences and Protocols for Equine MRI 389 Artifacts of MRI 390 Interpretation of Musculoskeletal MR Images 393 Contrast MRI Techniques 396 How to Read an Equine MRI Study 397 Indications, Case Selection, Advantages, and Disadvantages of MRI 397 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Foot and Pastern 397 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Fetlock Region 409 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Metacarpal and Metatarsal Regions 416 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Carpal Region 420 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Tarsal Region 421 Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Stifle Region 424 Thermography 431Tracy A. Turner Thermographic Instrumentation 431 Principles of Use 431 Specific Applications for Lameness Diagnostics 433 4 Lameness of the Distal Limb 439 Navicular Region/Palmar Foot 439Randy B. Eggleston and Gary M. Baxter Navicular Syndrome/Disease 439 Fractures of the Navicular (Distal Sesamoid) Bone 454 Soft Tissue Injuries in the Foot (DDFT and Podotrochlear Apparatus) 456 Acknowledgments 459 Coffin Joint and Distal Phalanx 463Gary M. Baxter Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Distal Interphalangeal (DIP) Joint 463 Fractures of the Distal Phalanx (P3, Coffin Bone) 465 Subchondral Cystic Lesions of the Distal Phalanx (P3) 471 Collateral Ligament Injuries of the Distal Phalanx 472 Ossification of the Collateral Cartilages of the Distal Phalanx (Sidebone) 474 Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 477Gary M. Baxter Sole Bruises, Corns, and Subsolar Abscesses 477 Septic Pedal Osteitis 479 Penetrating Injuries of the Foot 481 Keratoma 483 Avulsion Injuries of the Hoof 485 Acknowledgments 489 Laminitis 490James Belknap, Andy Parks, and Katy Dern Overview 490 Relevant Anatomy 490 Pathogenesis: Pathophysiologic Considerations 491 Pathogenesis: Structural Considerations of the Equine Digit 492 The Clinical Presentation: The Horse at Risk of Laminitis 494 Clinical Signs: The Acute Onset of Laminitis 496 Hoof Wall Resections 509 Coronary Band Grooving and Resection 509 The Pastern 512Ashlee E. Watts and Gary M. Baxter Osteoarthritis (OA) of the PIP Joint (High Ringbone) 512 Osteochondrosis (OC) of the PIP Joint 517 Luxation/Subluxation of the Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint 518 Fractures of the Middle (Second) Phalanx (P2) 522 Fractures of the Proximal (First) Phalanx (P1) 525 Desmitis of the Distal Sesamoidean Ligaments (DSLs) 532 Desmitis of Digital Annular Ligaments 535 SDFT and DDFT Abnormalities 536 The Fetlock 541Matt Brokken and Alicia Bertone Osteochondral Fractures and Fragmentation of the Proximal Phalanx 541 Fractures of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 543 Sesamoiditis 548 Axial Osteitis/Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Sesamoid Bones 549 Osteoarthritis of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint 550 Palmar/Plantar Osteochondral Disease 552 Fetlock Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) 553 Traumatic Rupture of the Suspensory Apparatus 554 Luxation of the Metacarpophalangeal/ Metatarsophalangeal Joint (Fetlock Luxation) 556 Constriction of or by the Fetlock Palmar/Plantar Annular Ligament 558 Acknowledgments 560 The Metacarpus and Metatarsus 563Kyla F. Ortved and Alicia L. Bertone Bucked Shin Complex and Stress Fractures of the Dorsal Third Metacarpus 563 Fractures of the Condyles of the Third Metacarpal/ Metatarsal Bones (Condylar Fractures, Longitudinal Articular Fractures) 567 Fractures of the Third Metacarpal/Metatarsal (Cannon) Bone 571 Metacarpal/Metatarsal Exostosis (Splints) 572 Fractures of the Small Metacarpal and Metatarsal (Splint) Bones 576 Enostosis‐Like Lesions 580 Suspensory Ligament Desmitis 580 Superficial Digital Flexor (SDF) Tendinitis (Bowed Tendon) 585 Deep Digital Flexor Tendinitis 590 Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament of the Deep Digital Flexor Tendon (Distal Check Ligament) 591 5 Lameness of the Proximal Limb 597 The Carpus 597Chris Kawcak Developmental Abnormalities of the Carpus 598 Miscellaneous Carpal Swellings 604 Dorsal Carpal Swelling 605 Intra‐articular Fractures 607 Accessory Carpal Bone Fracture 612 Carpal Luxations 613 Soft Tissue Damage to the Carpus 614 Osteoarthritis 615 Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis 616 Osteochondrosis of the Carpus 617 Osteochondroma of the Distal Radius 617 Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament (Radial or Superior Check Ligament) of the Superficial Digital Flexor Tendon 619 The Antebrachium, Elbow, and Humerus 623Jeremy Hubert Fractures of the Radius 623 The Elbow 627 Fractures of the Humerus 633 Neoplastic Lesions of the Humerus 637 Paralysis of the Radial Nerve 637 Acknowledgment 638 The Shoulder and Scapula 641Jeremy Hubert Inflammation of the Intertubercular Bursa (Bicipital Bursitis) 641 Inflammation of the Infraspinatus Bursa 643 Osteochondrosis (OC) of the Scapulohumeral (SH) Joint or Shoulder 644 Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Scapulohumeral Joint 646 Luxation of the Scapulohumeral (Shoulder) Joint 648 Suprascapular Nerve Injury (Sweeny) 650 Fractures of the Scapula 652 Fractures of the Supraglenoid Tubercle (Tuberosity) 653 Acknowledgment 655 The Tarsus 657W. Rich Redding Introduction 657 Diagnosis of Tarsal Lameness 657 Articular Diseases of the Tarsus 662 Cunean Tenectomy 672 Fractures and Luxations of the Tarsus 680 Soft Tissue Injuries of the Tarsus 687 Periarticular Tarsal Cellulitis 697 Tibia and Crus 701W. Rich Redding Introduction 701 Diagnostic Analgesia of the Crus 701 Imaging the Tibia/Crus 701 Clinical Conditions 701 Enostosis‐Like Lesions 702 Fractures of the Tibia 703 Incomplete Fractures 704 Proximal Physeal Fractures 705 Diaphyseal Fractures 706 Tibial Tuberosity Fractures 706 Gastrocnemius Disruption in Foals and Adults 707 The Stifle: Femoropatellar Region 709Gary M. Baxter and Ken E. Sullins Introduction 709 Femoropatellar Joint 711 Upward Fixation of the Patella (UFP) 717 Desmitis of the Patellar Ligaments 719 Patellar Luxation/Subluxation 721 Synovial Osteochondroma in the Hindlimb 722 The Stifle: Femorotibial Joint Region 725Chris Kawcak Subchondral Cystic Lesions (SCLs) of the Stifle 726 Fractures 729 Femoral Condyle Lesions 731 Collateral Ligament Injury 734 Cruciate Ligament Disease 734 Meniscal Injuries 735 Synovitis/Capsulitis/OA 737 Femur and Coxofemoral Region 740Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble The Femur 740 Diaphyseal and Metaphyseal Femoral Fractures 740 Fractures of the Third Trochanter 744 Fibrotic and Ossifying Myopathy 744 Femoral Nerve Paralysis (Crural Paralysis) 748 Calcinosis Circumscripta 749 Trochanteric Bursitis (Trochanteric Lameness, Whirlbone Lameness) 750 Ruptured Quadriceps Muscle 750 The Coxofemoral Joint 750 Osteochondrosis or Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)/ HIP Dysplasia of the Coxofemoral Joint 752 Infectious Arthritis/Physitis of the Coxofemoral Joint 752 Partial Tear/Rupture of the Ligament of the Head of the Femur (Round Ligament) 753 Coxofemoral Subluxation and Luxation (Dislocation of the Hip Joint) 754 Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Coxofemoral Joint 757 Capital Physeal Fractures of the Femoral Head 758 Intra‐articular Acetabular Fractures 758 Acknowledgment 759 6 Lameness Associated with the Axial Skeleton 763 The Axial Skeleton 763Rob Van Wessum Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Vertebral Column 763 Primary vs. Secondary Back Pain 767 The Pelvis 770Rob Van Wessum Fractures of the Pelvis 770 Specific Types of Pelvic Fractures 771 Thrombosis of the Caudal Aorta or the Iliac Arteries 775 Sacroiliac Region 777Rob Van Wessum Etiology 778 Clinical Signs 778 Diagnosis 779 Treatment 782 Prognosis 783 Thoracolumbar Spine/Back 784Rob Van Wessum Overriding/Impingement of Dorsal Spinous Processes 784 Supraspinous Ligament Injuries 785 Fractures of the Spinous Processes 786 Vertebral Fractures 787 Facet Joint Arthritis and Vertebral Facet Joint Syndrome 788 Discospondylitis 792 Spondylosis 793 Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Lordosis 794 The Neck and Poll 796Rob Van Wessum Nuchal Ligament 796 Cervical Facet Joints 797 Radiculopathy 798 Discospondylitis 798 Cervical Fractures 798 7 Principles of Musculoskeletal Disease 801 Joint Injuries and Disease and Osteoarthritis 801C. Wayne McIlwraith Anatomy and Physiology of Joints 801 Pathobiology of Joints and Their Reaction to Insult and Injury 808 Primary Disease of Subchondral Bone 816 Bone Injuries and Disease 820Chris Kawcak and Gary M. Baxter The Immature Skeleton 820 Local Diseases of Bone 825 Systemic Diseases of Bone 841 Tendon and Ligament Injuries and Disease 849Laurie R. Goodrich Anatomy 849 Functions of Tendons and Ligaments 851 Biomechanical Properties 852 Types of Tendon and Ligament Injuries 852 Effect of Aging and Exercise on Tendon Injury 853 Mechanisms of Tendon Degeneration 854 Response of Tendons and Ligaments to Injury: Phases of Healing 854 Monitoring Tendon Injury 856 Biomarkers for Tendon Disease 857 Common Clinical Conditions of Tendons and Ligaments 857 Muscle Injuries and Disease 860Stephanie J. Valberg Classification of Muscle Disorders 860 Diagnosis of Specific Muscle Disorders 860 Muscle Soreness 862 Exertional Rhabdomyolysis 865 8 Principles of Therapy for Lameness 875 Systemic/Parenteral 875Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich Parenteral NSAIDs 875 Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans (PSGAGs) and Pentosan Polysulfate (PPS) 875 Hyaluronan 876 Bisphosphonates 877 Tetracyclines 877 Estrogen 878 Methocarbamol (Robaxin) 878 Gabapentin 878 Topical/Local 881Drew W. Koch and Laurie R. Goodrich Topical NSAIDs 881 Topical First Aid (Cold Therapy and Bandaging) 881 Dimethyl Sulfoxide 882 Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy 882 Regional Perfusion 882 Therapeutic Ultrasound, Lasers, and Electromagnetics 883 Counterirritation 883 Intrasynovial 886Lauren E. Smanik and Laurie R. Goodrich Corticosteroids 886 Hyaluronan 888 Corticosteroid and HA Combinations 889 IA Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 889 Polyglycan® 890 Autologous Conditioned Serum 890 Platelet‐Rich Plasma 890 Autologous Protein Solution 891 Bone Marrow‐ or Fat‐Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy 891 Polyacrylamide Hydrogel 891 Miscellaneous 892 Intrasynovial Therapy: Practical Considerations 892 Intralesional 896Sara K.T. Steward and Laurie R. Goodrich Introduction 896 Hyaluronan and Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycans 896 Autologous Cell Therapies: Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy, Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate, Tendon‐ Derived Progenitor Cells 896 Blood‐Derived Biologics: Platelet‐Rich Plasma, Autologous Conditioned Serum, Autologous Protein Solution, and Bone Marrow Aspirate 897 Corticosteroids 898 Miscellaneous 898 Oral/Nutritional 900Nicolas S. Ernst and Troy N. Trumble Nonsteroidal Anti‐Inflammatory Drugs 900 Nutraceuticals 903 Therapeutic Trimming and Shoeing 911Andrew H. Parks Introduction 911 Examination of the Limb for Therapeutic Shoeing 911 The Trim 912 Shoeing 912 Protection and Support 917 Clinical Applications of Principles 918 Summary 920 Acupuncture Treatment of Limb Lameness and Back Pain 921Kevin K. Haussler Introduction 921 Techniques of Stimulation 921 General Indications for Treatment 922 Lameness 922 Chronic Back Pain 923 Adverse Effects 924 Manual Therapy Techniques 925Kevin K. Haussler Introduction 925 Therapeutic Touch 925 Massage Therapy 925 Passive Stretching Exercises 925 Mobilization 926 Joint Mobilization and Manipulation 926 Contraindications 927 Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy 929Melissa King, Katherine Ellis, and Narelle C. Stubbs Introduction 929 Clinical and Client Demand for Rehabilitation/PT 929 Manual Therapy 930 Proprioceptive Facilitation/Neuromotor Control Techniques 934 Physical Modalities 936 Conclusion 943 9 Occupational‐Related Lameness Conditions 949 The Thoroughbred Racehorse 949Ryan Carpenter Risk Factors for Injury 949 Diagnosis of Lameness 950 Common Conditions 951 The Standardbred Racehorse 964Kimberly Johnston and Frank A. Nickels Description of the Sport 964 Lameness Exam 965 Specific Lameness Conditions 966 The Racing Quarter Horse 972Nancy L. Goodman and Larry R. Overly Introduction 972 Conformation Relating to Lameness 972 Training the Racing Quarter Horse 973 Shoeing 973 Lameness Related to Track Surface 973 Lameness Examination 973 Specific Lameness Conditions 975 The Western Performance Horse 980Robin M. Dabareiner Introduction 980 Team Roping Horses 980 Tie‐Down and Breakaway Roping 981 Barrel Racing 982 XII Table of Contents Reining Horses 982z Cutting Horses 983 Jumping, Eventing, and Dressage Horses 986Omar Maher Introduction and Horses Used for the Disciplines 986 Structure of Training and Competition 987 Training Surfaces and Shoeing 989 Lameness Diagnosis 990 Common Lameness Problems 991 Acknowledgment 996 The Endurance Horse 998Todd C. Holbrook The Sport 998 Athletes and Exercise Conditions 998 Veterinary Control 998 The Lameness Examination 1000 Common Causes of Lameness 1002 The Western Pleasure Horse 1006Sherry A. Johnson and David D. Frisbie Understanding the Sport 1006 Western Pleasure Terminology 1007 Training and Showing 1007 Commonly Encountered Musculoskeletal Issues in the Western Pleasure Athlete 1008 Foot Pain 1008 Fetlock Osteoarthritis 1010 Proximal Suspensory Desmopathy 1010 Distal Tarsal Disease 1012 Rehabilitation and Management of the Western Pleasure Athlete 1013 Conclusion 1013 Gaited Horses 1015David A. Wilson and Kevin G. Keegan Evaluating Gaited Horses for Lameness 1015 What Is a Gaited Horse? 1015 Classification of Gaits 1015 Specific Gaits in “Gaited Horses” 1018 Lameness in the Gaited Horse 1020 The Draft Horse 1026Jan F. Hawkins Introduction 1026 Anamnesis 1026 Lameness Examination 1026 Common Causes of Lameness 1026 Diseases of Young Draft Horses 1030 10 Lameness in the Young Horse 1033 The Physis/Physeal Fractures/ Physitis 1033Dane M. Tatarniuk, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter The Physis 1033 Classification and Treatment of Physeal Injuries/ Fractures 1037 Developmental Orthopedic Diseases 1041 Epiphysitis/Physitis/Physeal Dysplasia 1042 Etiology 1042 Clinical Signs 1043 Diagnosis 1043 Treatment 1046 Prognosis 1046 Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) and Cuboidal Bone Malformations 1048Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) 1048 Etiology 1048 Clinical Signs 1048 Diagnosis 1049 Treatment 1051 Prognosis 1055 Cuboidal Bone Malformation/Incomplete Ossification 1055 Etiology 1055 Clinical Signs 1055 Diagnosis 1056 Treatment 1056 Prognosis 1058 Flexural Deformities 1059Nicolas S. Ernst, Troy N. Trumble, and Gary M. Baxter Congenital Flexural Deformities 1059 Acquired Flexural Deformities 1062 Osteochondrosis 1071C. Wayne McIlwraith Introduction 1071 Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) 1071 Subchondral Cystic Lesions 1078 Lameness in Foals 1081Robert J. Hunt Diagnosis 1081 Noninfectious Causes of Lameness 1082 Infectious Causes of Lameness 1089 11 Foot Care and Farriery 1091 Basic Foot Care 1091Stephen E. O’Grady Introduction 1091 Evaluation of the Foot 1091 Principles of Trimming and Shoeing 1095Stephen E. O’Grady Guidelines for Trimming 1095 Trimming the Foot 1098 Trimming the Barefoot Horse 1100 The Horseshoe 1102 Placement and Application of the Shoe 1108 Non‐nail Alternatives in Farriery 1109 Acknowledgment 1111 Farriery for Common Hoof Problems 1112Stephen E. O’Grady Conditions of the Foot That Respond to Farriery 1112 Clinical Conditions Affecting the Hoof 1121 Miscellaneous Conditions of the Foot 1129 Acknowledgment 1132 Natural Balance Trimming and Shoeing 1134Gene Ovnicek Introduction 1134 Distortions of the Hoof 1134 Natural Balance Hoof Care Guidelines 1135 Natural Balance Evaluation, Exfoliation, and Mapping Protocol 1135 Natural Balance Barefoot Trimming 1139 Natural Balance Shoeing 1139 Summary 1142 12 Miscellaneous Musculoskeletal Conditions 1143 Musculoskeletal Emergencies 1143Kathryn A. Seabaugh Introduction 1143 Fracture Management 1143 Musculoskeletal Wound Management 1148 Tendon and Ligament Lacerations 1149 Musculoskeletal Infections 1153 Specific Treatment Strategies for Musculoskeletal Infections 1158 The Poorly Performing Horse 1161Elizabeth J. Davidson Introduction 1161 Signalment and History 1161 Clinical Examination 1163 Diagnostics 1164 Treatment 1165 Evaluation of Proper Saddle Fit 1166Kevin K. Haussler Introduction 1166 Clinical Signs of Poor Saddle Fit 1166 Saddle Examination 1166 Static Examination of Saddle Fit 1166 Static Examination of Saddle Pads 1168 Dynamic Examination of Saddle Fit 1168 Prepurchase Examination 1170Randy Eggleston Structure of the Prepurchase Examination 1171 Summary 1174 Stance and Gait Anomalies Caused by Neurological Disease 1177Lutz S. Goehring Neurological Gait and (Neuroanatomical) Lesion Location 1177 Findings from a Neurological Exam That Can Help in Localizing a Lesion 1178 Pitfalls of Neurological Examination 1179 Select Neurological Syndromes Affecting the Gait 1180 Index 1183

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewOverall, this book is an excellent addition for the library of any equine clinician, pathologist, clinical pathologist, or veterinary student. The quality of the paper used is good, and the cover and binding is substantial, indicating that this book should age well and not deteriorate or disintegrate, as sometimes occurs with less well-constructed books. - Vet Clin Pathol. 2021;50:309.“This well-organized, user-friendly book will appeal to a wide range of audiences including equine-focused veterinary students, interns, residents, and practitioners, as well as clinical pathologists seeking to expand their knowledge of equine-specific entities.” - JAVMA | SEP 15, 2021 | VOL 259 | NO. 6Table of ContentsList of Contributors ix Preface xi 1 General Laboratory Medicine 1 Raquel M. Walton 2 Equine Hematology 9 Raquel M. Walton and Cheryl A. Lawson 3 Bone Marrow Evaluation 27 Joanne B. Messick 4 Immunohematology and Hemostasis 41 Karen V. Jackson 5 The Liver 63 Dennis J. Meyer and Raquel M. Walton 6 The Kidney 75 Andrea A. Bohn and Raquel M. Walton 7 Acid–Base and Electrolytes 85 Andrea A. Bohn 8 Proteins 95 Koranda A. Walsh 9 Laboratory Assessment of Lipid and Glucose Metabolism 103 Raquel M. Walton 10 Laboratory Markers of Muscle Injury 119 Allison Billings, Jennifer K. Quinn, and Melanie S. Spoor 11 Endocrine Evaluation 143 Jill Beech, Raquel M. Walton, and Melissa Blauvelt 12 Cytology of Cutaneous and Subcutaneous Lesions 161 Amy C. Valenciano, Andrew Burton, Angela Borchers, and Rick L. Cowell 13 Cytology of the Eyes and Associated Structures 195 Julie Piccione and Lucien Vallone 14 Cytology of the Oral and Nasal Cavities, Pharynx, Guttural Pouches, and Paranasal Sinuses 225 Susan E. Fielder and Maggie R. McCourt 15 Cytology of the Lymph Nodes 235 Kathryn Jacocks 16 Cytology of the Endometrium 243 Luisa Ramírez-Agámez, Camilo Hernández-Avilés, and Chelsea Makloski-Cohorn 17 Semen Evaluation 257 Camilo Hernández-Avilés, Luisa Ramírez-Agámez, and Chelsea Makloski-Cohorn 18 Pleural, Peritoneal, and Synovial Fluid Analysis 275 Raquel M. Walton 19 Cerebrospinal Fluid 293 Andrea Siegel 20 Cytology of the Respiratory Tract 305 Martina Piviani Index 319

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe second edition of Equine Reproductive Procedures is an expanded and comprehensive resource for veterinary clinicians, veterinary students, and reproductive specialists. It is authored by multiple respected international experts in theriogenology and equine reproductive clinical practice….All chapters are clear, concise, and descriptive, with well-annotated and supplementary images and diagrams. The book is appropriately priced and is a recommended addition to the reference library of all practitioners of equine reproduction.” - JAVMA | SEP 15, 2021 | VOL 259 | NO. 6Table of ContentsList of Contributors xiii Preface xv Part I Non-Pregnant Mare 1 1 Reproductive Evaluation 3Patrick M. McCue 2 Teasing 7Patrick M. McCue 3 Tail Wrap and Preparation/Washing of the Perineum 11John J. Dascanio 4 Placement of a Tail Rope 17John J. Dascanio 5 Perineal Conformation Evaluation 21John J. Dascanio 6 Removal of a Persistent Hymen 25John J. Dascanio 7 Palpation of the Reproductive Tract 27Patrick M. McCue 8 Ultrasound Evaluation 31Patrick M. McCue 9 Prediction of Ovulation 37Patrick M. McCue 10 Speculum Examination of the Vagina 41John J. Dascanio 11 Digital Examination of the Vagina/Cervix 45Sofie Sitters 12 Uterine Culture Collection: Swab/Brush 49John J. Dascanio 13 Antimicrobiotic Sensitivity Testing 53Jillian Bishop and Patrick M. McCue 14 Microbiology: Microbial Culture 5Patrick M. McCue and Jillian Bishop 15 Microbiology: Gram Stain 59Jillian Bishop and Patrick M. McCue 16 qPCR Assay for the Diagnosis of Infectious Endometritis 61Ryan A. Ferris and Patrick M. McCue 17 Uterine Cytology Collection: Swab/Brush 67John J. Dascanio and Ryan A. Ferris 18 Uterine Culture/Cytology: Low Volume Lavage 73John J. Dascanio 19 Endometrial Biopsy 77Patrick M. McCue 20 Hysteroscopic Examination of the Uterus 81Patrick M. McCue 21 Endometrial Cyst Removal 85John J. Dascanio 22 Chromosomal Analysis 89Terje Raudsepp 23 Endocrinological Examination 97Patrick M. McCue 24 Laparoscopic Examination of the Female Reproductive Track with Ovarian Biopsy 99Dean A. Hendrickson 25 Evaluation of the Mammary Gland 103Patrick M. McCue 26 Antisperm Antibody Testing 107Patrick M. McCue 27 Starch Granule Test for the Evaluation of Oviductal Patency 109Sofie Sitters and John J. Dascanio 28 Fluorescent Microspheres Test for Evaluation of Oviductal Patency 111Sofie Sitters and John J. Dascanio 29 Oviductal Flush Procedure for the Evaluation of Oviductal Patency 113Sofie Sitters and Patrick M. McCue 30 Prostaglandin E2 Treatment for Blocked Oviducts 117Patrick M. McCue, Sofie Sitters and Charles F. Scoggin 31 Prostaglandin E1 Treatment for Blocked Oviducts 119Patrick M. McCue and Charles F. Scoggin 32 Hysteroscopic Hydrotubation of the Oviducts 121Charles F. Scoggin 33 Transvaginal Ovarian Biopsy 123Claire E. Card 34 Uterine Lavage 127John J. Dascanio 35 Uterine Infusion 131John J. Dascanio 36 Therapeutics for Infectious Endometritis 133Ryan A. Ferris 37 Bacterial Biofilm and Endometritis 137Ryan A. Ferris 38 Latent Uterine Bacterial Infections 141Morten Rønn Petersen and Anders Miki Bojesen 39 Acupuncture in Mare Reproduction 143Kristina Lu and Lauren Javernick 40 Restraint for Breeding 149John J. Dascanio 41 Natural Service: Pasture Breeding 151Patrick M. McCue 42 Natural Service: In-hand Breeding 153Charles F. Scoggin 43 Breeding Stitches 157Charles F. Scoggin 44 Reinforcement Breeding 159Charles F. Scoggin 45 Breeding with Fresh or Cooled Semen 161John J. Dascanio and Patrick M. McCue 46 Insemination Through a Vaginal Speculum 165Patrick M. McCue 47 Breeding with Frozen Semen 167John J. Dascanio 48 Deep Horn Insemination 171John J. Dascanio 49 Hysteroscopic (Low Dose) Insemination 173Patrick M. McCue 50 Transvaginal Oocyte Pickup 177Jennifer N. Hatzel 51 Packaging and transport of oocytes 183Jennifer N. Hatzel 52 Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection 187Jennifer N. Hatzel and JoAnne Stokes 53 Caslick Operation or Vulvoplasty 191John J. Dascanio 54 Contagious Equine Metritis Testing 195John J. Dascanio 55 Management of Seasonal Anestrus: Artificial Photoperiod 199Patrick M. McCue 56 Management of Seasonal Anestrus: Hormone Therapy 201Patrick M. McCue 57 Hormone Therapy in Cycling Mares 205Patrick M. McCue 58 Estrus Suppression 211Patrick M. McCue 59 Intrauterine Devices for Estrus Suppression 215Carlos M. Gradil 60 Immunocontraception 221Patrick M. McCue 61 Harvesting and Shipping Ovaries for Oocyte Recovery 223Patrick M. McCue Part II Pregnant Mare 225 62 Embryo Collection 227Patrick M. McCue 63 Embryo Evaluation 231Patrick M. McCue 64 Embryo Biopsy 235Patrick M. McCue 65 Embryo Packaging for Cooled Transport 237Patrick M. McCue 66 Embryo Cryopreservation 241Patrick M. McCue 67 Non-Surgical Embryo Transfer 245Patrick M. McCue 68 Autogenous Transfer of ICSI-Derived Embryos 249Jennifer N. Hatzel 69 Palpation per Rectum of the Pregnant Reproductive Tract 253Sofie Sitters 70 Ultrasound Examination of the Pregnant Reproductive Tract 257Patrick M. McCue 71 Speculum Examination of the Pregnant Mare 263Sofie Sitters 72 Determination of Fetal Sex at 55–200 days 265Richard D. Holder 73 Assessment of Late-Term Fetal Well-being 273John J. Dascanio 74 Combined Thickness of the Uterus and Placenta 277Patrick M. McCue 75 Placentitis: Diagnosis and Treatment 281Justin W. McNaughten and Margo L. Macpherson 76 Doppler Ultrasonography 287John J. Dascanio 77 Prediction of Fetal Age 291John J. Dascanio 78 Twin Reduction: Manual Technique 295John J. Dascanio 79 Twin Reduction: Transvaginal Aspiration 299John J. Dascanio 80 Twin Reduction: Cranio-Cervical Dislocation 303Karen Wolfsdorf 81 Twin Reduction: Thoracic Compression 307Patrick M. McCue 82 Twin Reduction: Transabdominal Fetal Cardiac Puncture 309John J. Dascanio 83 Elective Termination of Pregnancy 313John J. Dascanio 84 Abortion Diagnostic Evaluation: Sample Collection in the Field and Submission 317Julie T. Cecere and John J. Dascanio 85 Endocrine Evaluation of Pregnancy 319Patrick M. McCue 86 Treatment of Vaginal Varicosities 323John J. Dascanio 87 Manual Correction of Uterine Torsion 327John J. Dascanio 88 Preparation for Foaling 331John J. Dascanio 89 Assessment of Mammary Gland Secretions to Predict Foaling 335John J. Dascanio 90 Assessment of pH of Mammary Gland Secretions to Predict Foaling 339Patrick M. McCue 91 Monitoring of Peri-Parturient Mares Using Video and Web Cameras 343Ryan A. Ferris 92 Foaling Alert: Vulvar Device 345John J. Dascanio 93 Positional Labor Alert Devices 347Ryan A. Ferris 94 Induction of Parturition 351John J. Dascanio 95 Normal Foaling 355John J. Dascanio 96 Premature Separation of the Placenta 361Patrick M. McCue 97 Dystocia Management 365Patrick M. McCue and Sofie Sitters 98 Dystocia Correction 369John J. Dascanio 99 Fetotomy 375John J. Dascanio 100 Epidural 381John J. Dascanio 101 Induction of Lactation to Create a Nurse Mare 383Pouya Dini and Peter F. Daels 102 Screening to Prevent Neonatal Isoerythrolysis 385Patrick M. McCue Part III Postpartum Mare 387 103 Evaluation of Colostrum Specific Gravity 389Patrick M. McCue 104 Evaluation of Colostrum Quality: Brix Refractometry 393Patrick M. McCue 105 Colostrum Banking 395Patrick M. McCue 106 Obtaining Milk from the Mare 399John J. Dascanio 107 Placental Evaluation 401Patrick M. McCue 108 Removal of Retained Placenta 407John J. Dascanio 109 Abdominocentesis 413John J. Dascanio 110 Uterine Prolapse Treatment 415John J. Dascanio 111 Buhner Needle Placement of a Perivulvar Suture 419John J. Dascanio Part IV Stallion 423 112 Breeding Soundness Evaluation 425Patrick M. McCue 113 Training the Stallion to Use a Phantom 429John J. Dascanio 114 Missouri Artificial Vagina 433John J. Dascanio and Lynda M. J. Miller 115 Colorado Model Artificial Vagina 437Patrick M. McCue 116 Roanoke Artificial Vagina 441John J. Dascanio 117 Hannover Artificial Vagina 445Sofie Sitters 118 Teaser Stallions 447Charles F. Scoggin 119 Standing Semen Collection 449John J. Dascanio 120 Collection of Semen Using an Open-Ended Artificial Vagina 453Patrick M. McCue 121 Chemical Ejaculation 455Patrick M. McCue 122 Preparation of a Jump Mare or a Mare for Natural Cover 457John J. Dascanio 123 Washing the Penis 459John J. Dascanio 124 Evaluation of Sexual Behavior 463John J. Dascanio and Sue M. McDonnell 125 Enhancement of Sexual Interest and Response 467Sue M. McDonnell 126 Management of Ejaculation Difficulty 471Sue M. McDonnell 127 Calibrated Spectrophotometer Evaluation of Sperm Concentration 475John J. Dascanio 128 Hemocytometer Evaluation of Sperm Concentration 479John J. Dascanio 129 NucleoCounter® Evaluation of Sperm Concentration and Viability 483Patrick M. McCue 130 Visual Evaluation of Sperm Motility 489Patrick M. McCue 131 Computer-Assisted Sperm Analysis 491John J. Dascanio and Lynda M. J. Miller 132 Eosin-Nigrosin Staining in the Evaluation of Sperm 495Julie T. Cecere 133 Evaluation of Sperm Morphology 499Leonardo Brito 134 Determination of Daily Sperm Output 505Patrick M. McCue 135 Measurement of Testicular Size and Estimation of Daily Sperm Output 507Patrick M. McCue 136 Wet Mount Evaluation of Sperm 511John J. Dascanio 137 Diff-Quik® Evaluation of Round Cells and Sperm 513John J. Dascanio and Lynda M. J. Miller 138 Electron Microscopy of Constituents of Seminal Ejaculates 515D. N. Rao Veeramachaneni 139 Bacterial Culture 519John J. Dascanio 140 Evaluation of pH and Osmolarity of Semen 521Patrick M. McCue 141 Alkaline Phosphatase: A Marker for Ejaculation 523Patrick M. McCue 142 Diagnosis and Management of Urospermia 525John J. Dascanio 143 Hemospermia 529Patrick M. McCue 144 Semen Extenders and Sperm Media 533Patrick M. McCue 145 Preparation of Semen for Cooled Transport 537Etta A. Bradecamp 146 Packing Semen for Cooled Transport 541Etta A. Bradecamp 147 Longevity Testing of Sperm 547John J. Dascanio 148 Calculation of g Force for Centrifuging Semen 549John J. Dascanio 149 Centrifugation of Semen: Standard Technique 551Etta A. Bradecamp 150 Centrifugation of Semen: Cushion Technique 557Etta A. Bradecamp 151 Centrifugation of Semen: Selection of Motile Sperm Using a Single Layer Colloid Technique 561Etta A. Bradecamp 152 Use of a SpermFilter 563Marco A. Alvarenga and Lorenzo G. T. M. Segabinazzi 153 Semen Freezing 567Patrick M. McCue 154 Refreezing Semen 573Patrick M. McCue 155 Thawing Frozen Semen 577John J. Dascanio 156 Semen Processing for Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection 581Patrick M. McCue 157 Preparing a Vapor Shipper 585Julie T. Cecere and Paul Loomis 158 Loading a Vapor Shipper 589Julie T. Cecere and Paul Loomis 159 Maintaining a Long-Term Frozen Semen Storage Tank 591John J. Dascanio 160 International Transport of Frozen Semen 593Paul Loomis 161 Harvesting and Shipping Testes 597John J. Dascanio 162 Epididymal Sperm Recovery 599John J. Dascanio and Lynda M. J. Miller 163 Endoscopic Examination of the Urethra 603Patrick M. McCue 164 Endoscopic-Guided Cannulation of the Seminal Vesicles 607Patrick M. McCue 165 Palpation and Ultrasonography of the Testis, Epididymis, and Spermatic Cord 609Sofie Sitters 166 Palpation and Ultrasonography of the Accessory Sex Glands 615Sofie Sitters 167 Radiographic Examination of the Penis 621Patrick M. McCue 168 Testicular Biopsy and Aspiration 623John J. Dascanio 169 Assessment of Sperm Plasma Membrane Integrity and Viability: Propidium Iodide/SYBR-14 627Amanda I. Glazar, and Patrick M. McCue 170 Sperm Chromatin Structure Assay 629Charles Love 171 Hypo-Osmotic Swelling Test 633Patrick M. McCue 172 Assessment of Sperm Acrosomal Status: PE-PNA 635Amanda I. Glazar and Patrick M. McCue 173 Assessment of Sperm Mitochondrial Function: JC–1 and Rhodamine 123 637Amanda I. Glazar, and Patrick M. McCue 174 Equine Viral Arteritis Testing 639G. Reed Holyoak and Udeni B. R. Balasuriya 175 Diagnostic Endocrinology: Baseline Hormone Levels 645Patrick M. McCue 176 Diagnostic Endocrinology: GnRH Stimulation Tests 647Patrick M. McCue 177 Diagnostic Endocrinology: hCG Stimulation Test 649Patrick M. McCue 178 Diagnostic Endocrinology: Estrogen Conjugate Assay 653Patrick M. McCue 179 Diagnostic Tests for Cryptorchidism 655Patrick M. McCue 180 Probang Apparatus 659Julie T. Cecere 181 Support Apparatus for Paraphimosis 663John J. Dascanio 182 Equine Castration Techniques 667Stacy Anderson 183 Stallion Acupuncture 671Rhonda A. Rathgeber Part V Newborn Foal 675 184 Birth Resuscitation 677Patrick M. McCue 185 Handling and Restraint 681Undine Christmann 186 Madigan Foal Squeeze Technique 687John Madigan 187 Evaluation of Passive Transfer 691Patrick M. McCue 188 Colostral Administration via Naso-Gastric Intubation 695John J. Dascanio 189 Sedation 699Undine Christmann 190 Intravenous Catheter Placement 701Undine Christmann 191 Plasma Therapy in the Foal 707Undine Christmann 192 Acupuncture in the Neonate 711Peter Morresey 193 Routine Care 713Patrick M. McCue 194 Foal Rejection 719Patrick M. McCue 195 Fostering a Foal onto a Nurse Mare 723Peter F. Daels and Pouya Dini 196 Entropion 725John J. Dascanio 197 Umbilical Ultrasound 727Undine Christmann 198 Management of Soft Tissue Laxity 733Stacy Anderson 199 Management of Angular Limb Deformities 735Stacy Anderson 200 Management of Congenital Flexural Limb Deformities 739Stacy Anderson Part VI Appendices 745 Appendix A Society for Theriogenology Stallion Reproductive Evaluation Form 745 Appendix B Mare Breeding Soundness Evaluation Form 749 Appendix C Formulary for Equine Reproduction 751 Appendix D Foaling Kit and Associated Equipment and Supplies 759 Index 761

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsContributors xviii Preface xx Common Terminologies and Abbreviations xxi About the Companion Website xxiii 1 Assessment of the Lame Horse 1 2 Common Conditions of the Foot 92 3 Common Conditions of the Forelimb 159 4 Common Conditions of the Hindlimb 272 5 Common Conditions of the Axial Skeleton 349 6 Therapeutic Options 374 7 Musculoskeletal Emergencies 407 Index 426

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Book SynopsisEquine Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting Techniques A practical reference manual dealing with a vital component of clinical practice in equine medicine The application of bandages, splints, and casts is an essential part of equine surgical and veterinary care. Traditionally, however, there have been few available resources wholly dedicated to application techniques. The result is that equine veterinary practitioners learn to bandage, splint, and cast on the job, with highly variable results; some practitioners are unwilling even to attempt a cast, spurning this valuable healing tool entirely rather than attempt it from an uncertain base of knowledge. Equine Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting Techniques offers the first comprehensive reference to this specific set of techniques and their applications in equine veterinary medicine. It promises to cultivate a rigorous, clinically tested, consistent standard of care that will improve patient outcomes and long-term owner costs. It is a mu

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Book SynopsisNew edition of the only detailed reference devoted to equine laparoscopy, now with new procedures and video clips The newly revised and updated Second Edition of Advances in Equine Laparoscopy is a state-of-the-art reference to all aspects of laparoscopy in equine patients. The book covers skills and instrumentation, standing surgeries, and recumbent surgeries, with new sections describing evaluation of the small intestine, closure of the epiploic foramen, thoracoscopic repair of diaphragmatic hernia, uterine tear repair, ovariohysterectomy, and large granulosa cell tumors. A new companion website features video clips demonstrating the procedures discussed. Each chapter in the new edition has been updated with relevant references produced during the intervening decade. The Second Edition adds 10 new chapters covering techniques and applications developed in the last decade, along with the addition of a section on two-stage procedures. With chapters written by leading experts, Advances in Equine Laparoscopy discusses: The foundations of laparoscopy, fundamental laparoscopic skills, suturing and knot-tying techniques, fundamentals of energy sources, and reusable and disposable equipment Sedation and analgesia in the standing horse, diagnostic techniques, and evaluation of horses with signs of acute and chronic abdominal pain Evaluation of the small intestine, closure of the nephrosplenic space, adhesiolysis, and mesenteric rent repair Peritoneal flap hernioplasty technique for preventing the recurrence of acquired strangulating inguinal herniation in the stallion and inguinal hernioplasty using cyanoacrylate Advances in Equine Laparoscopy is an essential resource for equine surgeons, surgery residents, and interns, especially those interested in minimally invasive surgery and those who are studying for board certification in surgery.

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Book SynopsisFollowing on from the successful format of the previous editions, Fertility and Obstetrics in the Horse 3e is a practical and user-friendly guide to equine reproduction. From explaining the anatomy of the mare''s reproductive tract to detailing problems encountered during pregnancy, it covers all the major areas of concern as well as including the latest developments in diagnostic procedures and treatment techniques. Fully updated to take into account new developments and research; An ideal rapid reference for veterinary practitioners and veterinary students, as well as a crucial source of information and advice for those in the breeding business; New material includes expanded sections on the stallion endometritis and embryo transfer technologies, alternative methods of fertilization and insemination techniques. Table of Contents1. Anatomy of the Mare’s Reproductive Tract; 2. Endocrinology of the Oestrus Cycle and Puberty; 3. Clinical Examination of the Mare’s Reproductive Tract; 4. Cyclical Changes in the Mare’s Reproductive Tract; 5. Manipulation of Cyclical Activity; 6. The Optimum Time for Breeding and the Mating Procedure; 7. Normal Pregnancy; 8. Pregnancy Diagnosis; 9. Normal Parturition; 10. Post-partum Events; 11. Normal Expectations of Fertility; 12. Non-infectious Infertility in Mares; 13. Infectious Infertility; 14. Swabbing and Biopsy Techniques and Diagnosis of Endometritis; 15. Treatment and Prevention of Endometritis; 16. Viral Causes of Infertility; 17. Problems during Pregnancy; 18. Causes of Pregnancy Failure; 19. Other Abnormal Events during Pregnancy; 20. Reducing Infertility Caused by Multiple Conceptuses; 21. Retained Placenta; 22. Other Post-partum Problems; 23. Dystocia; 24. Manipulation of Reproduction; 25. The normal Stallion; 26. Examination of the Stallion for Breeding Soundness; 27. Diseases of the Reproductive Tract of the Stallion; 28. Reproductive Surgery of the Stallion; 29. Miscellaneous Conditions; 30. Breeding Finances

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Book SynopsisMany students have only a limited knowledge of biology before starting a variety of equine courses, from BHS stages to National Certificate and Diploma and HND/degree. This title provides the information students of equine subjects require, particularly those without a GCSE or A level in biology. It is also suitable for serious horse owners.Trade Review'[Puts] scientific information into a form that does not require previous training in biology to follow and understand.' The Journal of Equine Studies Vol 2 No 2 'This book aims to supply the student of equine studies with all the information they need, including basic microbiology, genetics and physiology. It is aimed particularly at those doing a (UK) First Diploma, National Diploma, National Certificate, Higher National Diploma, and Advanced National Certificate, and all students studying for BHS or other equine-related examinations.' www.cabi.orgTable of ContentsIntroduction. Cells, tissues and organ systems. The digestive system. Circulatory system. Respiratory system. Nervous and hormonal systems. The locomotory system. Genetics. Reproduction in horses. Homeostasis. Diseases in horses. Glossary.

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Book SynopsisAuthoritative, readable, concise and practical yet unburdened with unnecessary detail Suitable as a textbook for ONC and BHS students and as a practical guide for horseowners Well illustrated throughout.Table of ContentsReproductive anatomy; Control of Reproduction; Selecting and preparing your mare and stallion for breeding; Putting your mare in foal; Management of the pregnant mare; Managing your mare at foaling; Managing the newborn foal and the lactating mare; Managing the older foal and weaning

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Book SynopsisMary Bromiley''s book remains essential reading for both professionals and the general riding community. This new edition builds on the huge success of the previous editions, first published in 1987. Fully updated to reflect recent technological advances in diagnostic ability, as well as the proven physiological effects of light, magnetic fields and electrical currents on body tissues. This information allows readers to both understand and make an informed choice of appropriate therapy following a diagnosed injury. The original edition was the first book on the subject and it has continued to be a bestseller. Covers a subject that is of worldwide interest. The author is recognised as a pioneer at the forefront of this type of treatment. Trade Review“This is still the original work on equine physical therapy and rehabilitation … .The many therapies are well described.” Doody's Book ReviewsTable of ContentsForeword by Martin Pipe CBEB ix Preface x Acknowledgements xii 1 The Musculoskeletal System Explained 1 Introduction 1 Members of the team 5 Interdependence of the body systems 9 Cells 9 Bones 11 Joints 11 Ligaments 12 Muscle 13 Tendons 14 The respiratory system 15 The heart 15 Circulation 16 The lymphatic system 18 The nervous system 19 The skeleton 19 The hind limbs 21 The forelimbs 22 Skeletal muscle 23 Reflex movement patterns 24 2 Injury – Effects, Repair and Causes 26 Common musculoskeletal injuries 26 Injury and repair 31 Possible causes of injury 35 Stable injuries 37 All-weather surfaces and gallops 38 Tooth problems as a cause of injury 39 The foot and shoe as a possible cause of injury 41 Saddles as a cause of injury 44 3 Problem Assessment 47 Soft tissue examination 48 Imaging as an aid to diagnosis 59 Ultrasonic scanning 60 Heart rate computers 61 4 Common Sites of Injury in the Horse 64 5 Therapy 76 First aid 80 Treatment 82 Massage 82 Hand massage 83 Mechanical massagers 86 Cold and heat 88 Cold and its uses 89 Methods of employing ice/water therapy 92 Heat 93 Cellular effects in response to varied stimulation 95 Magnetic field therapy, PMF (pulsed magnetic flow) and static magnet fields 96 Ultrasound 100 Light therapy 106 Laser therapy 109 Light emitting diodes 115 Electrical stimulation of muscle 115 Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulators (TENS) 128 Manipulation 129 6 Rehabilitation 130 Reflex action 130 Muscle re-education 132 Passive movements 133 Rehabilitation aids 134 Hydrotherapy 137 Thalassotherapy 143 Long reining 149 Ridden work 158 Summary 159 7 The Back – Horse and Human 160 The horse 160 The human back 168 8 Common Rider Injuries 175 Rider injuries 175 Types of injury 180 General rehabilitation 184 Appendix I The Veterinary Act 185 Veterinary surgeons, guide to professional conduct 185 Treatment of animals by non veterinary surgeons 185 Appendix II Bandaging 187 Types of bandage 188 Appendix III Cupping 190 Appendix Iv Points for Those Treating Horses 191 Machines 192 General points 192 The owner 193 Appendix V Use of Anti-Concussion Pads 194 Appendix Vi Suppliers of Machines Suitable for Animal Physiotherapy 196 General suppliers UK 196 Bibliography 199 Glossary 202 Index 211

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Book SynopsisIf you are studying horse nutrition at an introductory level, then this is the ideal book for you. It covers the current syllabuses set out by equine science and management courses, and is particularly suitable for those who lack background knowledge in science. Nutrition has long been recognised as a vital part of horse care.Trade Review"The author has written the most readable book on equine nutrition I've ever seen [and] has managed to make a difficult and cumbersome subject very manageable. ... This is the most useful, most readable nutrition book I have ever used. ... Students using this book will retain more basic nutrition knowledge than those sutdying more ration-based books." (Doody's, April 2010) "A guide to feeding your horse, including insightful diagrams and tables, and up-to-date nutritional information." (Horse Magazine, February 2010)Table of ContentsA Reader’s Perspective viIntroduction vii 1 The Horse as a Herbivore 1 2 Structure and Function of the Equine Digestive System 11 3 Food and Biological Molecules 27 4 Vitamins 49 5 Minerals 61 6 Energy – Fuel for Life 81 7 Forage for Horses 97 8 Feedstuffs 113 9 Feed Supplements, Additives and Nutraceuticals 139 10 Formulating a Ration 151 11 Feeding Different Types of Horses 171 12 Diet Related Problems 185 Appendix 1 Nutritional Requirements Tables 213 Appendix 2 Nutrient Composition of Selected Feedstuffs 219 Appendix 3 Modern Rules of Feeding 222 Appendix 4 Conversion Factors 224 Further Reading 227 Glossary 228 Index 236

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Book SynopsisA rational exploration of the ethical and welfare issues in all areas of equine use. This book addresses controversial and emotive issues surrounding these iconic creatures, providing a reliable source of information to support informed debate.Trade Review "The book is written in an easy to comprehend style and the chapters are concise. It does a good job of capturing readers' attention and provides pertinent information. Few books are specific to equine welfare; I would recommend this one for the library of anyone involved in the field of equine medicine or equine/animal welfare." (Doody's, 7 October 2011) "The chapters presented in the book are primarily based on author experience, with a mixture of the informative and the provocative...[giving] useful insight into veterinarians� perspectives of the welfare of horses in the USA...Although Equine welfare and ethics generally takes the view of USA veterinarians, it has much that is relevant to similar countries, including Australia." (Australian Veterinary Journal 27/04/2017)Table of ContentsContributors. Foreword. Preface. Part I Respecting the Horse's Needs and Nature. 1 Equine Welfare and Ethics (Bernard Rollin). 2 A Historical Survey of Human–Equine Interactions (David W. Ramey). 3 Equine Health and Disease – General Welfare Aspects (D. Paul Lunn and C. Wayne McIlwraith). 4 Nutritional Management of the Horse (Joe D. Pagan). 5 Equine Psychological Needs and Quality of Life (M. Kiley-Worthington). 6 Spirit and Wellness in the Horse (Andrew F. Fraser). 7 Pain and its Management in Horses (Laurie Goodrich and Khursheed Mama). 8 Euthanasia as an Equine Welfare Tool (Jay G. Merriam). 9 Equine Welfare and Integrative Veterinary Medicine (Kevin K. Haussler). 10 Alternative Medicine and Equine Welfare – Challenging the Science (David W. Ramey). Part II Human Uses and Abuses – Welfare Issues. 11 Welfare Issues in Horse Racing (Rick M. Arthur). 12 Abusive Treatment and Subsequent Policy Development within Various Breeds of Show Horses in the USA (Jim Heird). 13 The Horse as a Companion Animal (Nancy S. Loving). 14 Welfare Issues in the Rodeo Horse (Doug Corey). 15 Welfare Concerns in the Training and Competition of the Cutting, Reining, and Reined Cow Horse (Jerry B. Black and David Frisbie). 16 PMU Ranching and Equine Welfare (Nat T. Messer). 17 Welfare in the Discipline of Dressage (Midge Leitch). 18 Raising Welfare Standards for Endurance Riding (Nancy S. Loving). 19 Welfare Concerns in the Care, Training, and Competition of the Hunter–Jumper (Richard D. Mitchell). 20 Welfare of Horses, Mules, and Other Equines in US Agriculture (Josie L. Traub-Dargatz). 21 Welfare Issues with the Carriage Horse (Jay Baldwin). 22 The Horse and its Use in Research (C. Wayne McIlwraith). 23 The Unwanted Horse – a Major Welfare Issue (Tom R. Lenz). 24 The Welfare of Wild Horses in the Western USA (Albert J. Kane). 25 Welfare Issues in the Event Horse (Kent Allen). Index.

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Book SynopsisIs your horse afraid of the farrier? Are you both struggling during training sessions? Do you want to use clicker training but don't know where to begin? If you understand how your horse learns and why your training is effective, you can train faster, more ethically, and more sympathetically. Knowing Your Horse will be a key resource if you want to better understand your horse's behaviour and make the most of that understanding to improve your training techniques. Knowing Your Horse gives you a range of practical tools to employ in solving equine behaviour problems, and training tasks and case studies demonstrate these tools in use. Emma Lethbridge thoroughly but simply explains learning theory as applied to horses, and offers practical advice on reward systems, positive and negative reinforcement, and overcoming fears and phobias. If it's not horses but humans that are causing you problems in training, this book will also help you to explain the concepts to othTrade ReviewThis book is for owners who not only care about their horse, but also are willing to make a little effort to discover the true potential of their relationship. I can assure you your efforts will be more than rewarded. This book blends good science effortlessly with practice, so that the reader can soon become a more skilled trainer… If you understand the principles, then you are only limited by your imagination, and as you discover the many joys of training you will inevitably develop a deeper appreciation of horses… Emma is a passionate horse lover who genuinely takes the welfare of horses to heart, and she is also a scientist who understands both the theory and practice of learning and training. Perhaps what is less obvious is how rare it is to find this combination of characteristics in an individual who can write so clearly. She has brought together a wealth of knowledge with some of the latest research findings, to create an easy to read text. Professor Daniel S. Mills, RCVS Recognised & European Specialist in Veterinary Behavioural Medicine, University of Lincoln, UK Instead of punishing what many perceive to be the horse ‘misbehaving’, often it is the horse trying to communicate that he is in pain, or is being blocked by the rider. Far from being able to carry out the rider’s wishes, it may be impossible for the horse to do so, but because, unlike a dog, he cannot cry out, he is punished for merely trying to communicate his pain or fear. It therefore behoves us to understand how the horse learns, and how his mind works. Scientific in thinking, Knowing Your Horse is nonetheless very readable. This book should be on the bookshelves of all who ride or train horses. Heather Moffett, classical dressage trainer and founder of Enlightened Equitation, Devon UKTable of ContentsForeword Dedication Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1 The Principles of Good Horse Training Ten Basic Principles of Good Horsemanship Learning recap Chapter 2 Does Classical Conditioning Ring a Bell? Different Stimuli and Response Terms Training Task: How to Classically Condition Your Horse Specific Training Situations Learning recap My training log Chapter 3 Living With the Consequences Operant Conditioning Applying Simple Operant Conditioning Training Task: ‘Don’t Mug Me’ Training Learning recap My training log Chapter 4 All Possible Consequences Defining Positive and Negative Consequences Reinforcement Punishment Which Consequence? Learning recap Chapter 5 Other Laws and Factors in Learning The Final Law – Extinction Understanding Generalisation and Discrimination Learning in Training Learning recap Chapter 6 The Power of Positive Reinforcement What Can Be a Positive Reinforcer? Which Reinforcer Should I Use? When to Reward Training Using Positive Reinforcement Learning recap Training Task: Using Positive Reinforcement to Teach the Back, the Heel, the Stay, the Recall and the Yield Training Task: Teaching the Head Down and Placement using the Target Lure My training log Chapter 7 The Sound of Learning – Clicker Training What is Clicker Training? The Training Game Target Training The Secrets of Clicker Success Learning recap Training Task: Using Clicker Training My training log Chapter 8 Negative Reinforcement – Reinforcement Through Escape Pressure-Release Training The Important Factors for Applying Negative Reinforcement Ethically When Not to Use Negative Conditioning Avoidance Learning Is Every Physical Contact with the Horse Negative Reinforcement? Combining Positive and Negative Reinforcement Adding Cues and Commands Learning recap Training Task: Using Negative Reinforcement Through Pressure-Release My training log Chapter 9 Understanding Punishment The Side Effects and Problems of Punishment Applying Punishment (Minimising the Side Effects) Is it Possible to Train a Horse Without the Use of Punishment? Learning recap Chapter 10 How to Deal with Unwanted Behaviours Without Using Punishment The Simplest and Hardest Option – Ignoring the Horse Counter Conditioning Driven to Distraction A Final Note Learning recap Case Studies: Alternative Ways to Correct Unwanted Behaviour My training log Chapter 11 Step by Step Shaping Chaining Applying Shaping Training Task: Shaping Training Task: More Complicated Shaping – Teaching the Spanish Walk Applying Chaining Conclusion Learning recap My training log Chapter 12 Overcoming Fears and Phobias Prevention Is Better Than Cure Overcoming Established Fears and Phobias Habituation Flooding Systematic Desensitisation Counter Conditioning Combining Systematic Desensitisation and Counter Conditioning Learning recap Case Studies: Helping Horses Overcome Their Fears My training log Chapter 13 Learning with Character Does the Sex of the Horse Affect Learning Ability? The Effect of Age on Learning Ability Does Social Status Affect Learning? Nature Verses Nurture Learning recap References and Furthern Reading. Index

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Book SynopsisSince the first edition of Equine Nutrition and Feeding was published in 1986, it has become the seminal work on the subject. It covers all the key topics that you need to know for your equine nutrition degree course. This comprehensive and clearly evidenced textbook covers how food is digested and nutrients are used in growing, working and breeding horses. It also explains the scientific basis for calculating nutrient and dietary requirements in an understandable manner, and shows you how to do these calculations. Special attention is also given to grassland and pasture, and to housing and diet-related diseases. Additional, student-friendly features include: References to the most up-to-date information, including Nutrient Requirements of Horses, from the National Research Council (2007). Case histories to provide practical examples. Study questions at the end of each chapter to help you to revise. A comprehensive glossary of tTrade Review"Although the book is targeted at well-informed horse owners, it also would be a good reference for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary students." (Doody's, 16 September 2011) Table of ContentsForeword. Introduction to the Fourth Edition. Acknowledgements. List of Abbreviations. 1 The Digestive System. The mouth. The stomach and small intestine. The large intestine. Study questions. Further reading. 2 Utilization of the Products of Dietary Energy and Protein. Carbohydrate, fat and protein as sources of energy, and the hormonal regulation of energy. Energy metabolism. Dietary protein. Protein requirements for maintenance. Amino acids. Non-protein nitrogen. Laminitis and energy intake. Study questions. Further reading. 3 The Roles of Major Minerals and Trace Elements. Major minerals. Trace elements. Study questions. Further reading. 4 Vitamin and Water Requirements. Vitamin requirements. Water requirements and fluid losses. Study questions. Further reading. 5 Ingredients of Horse Feeds. Roughage. ‘Processed’ feeds. Functions of hay and use of other bulky feeds. Compounded nuts. Coarse mixes. Cereals. Other lesser ingredients and by-products. Fat supplements. Protein concentrates. Pre- and pro-biotics. Dietary vitamin and mineral supplements. Feed storage. Natural and contaminant toxicants in feeds. Feed additives. Prohibited substances. Study questions. Further reading. 6 Estimating Nutrient Requirements. Relationship of capacity for feed to body weight. Concentrates and roughages. Feed energy. Digestible energy, protein and mineral requirements based on NRC (2007) recommendations. Ration formulation using the DE and NE systems. Energy and protein requirements based on INRA feed units. Energy, protein, mineral and micronutrient feed values as determined by the INRA system. Simple ration formulation. Feed type, rate of intake, appetite, frequency and processing. Shelf-life of feeds, feed contaminants and government regulations. Study questions. Further reading. 7 Feeding the Breeding Mare, Foal and Stallion. The oestrous cycle and fertility. Gestation. Parturition. Lactation. Weaning procedure. Feeding the orphan foal. The stallion. Study questions. Further reading. 8 Growth. Ideal conformation. Birth weight and early growth. Later growth and conformational changes. Effects of dietary composition. Developmental orthopaedic disease. Study questions. Further reading. 9 Feeding for Performance and the Metabolism of Nutrients During Exercise. Work and energy expenditure. Energy substrates and their expenditure. Training methods. Muscle energy reserves and feeding before exercise. The endocrine system. The vascular and respiratory systems. Results of exercise. Blood acid–base balance. Dietary base excess and ‘fixed’ dietary cation–anion balance. Dietary protein requirements and exercise. Feeding methods. Study questions. Further reading. 10 Grassland and Pasture Management. Grassland types. Pasture as an exercise area. Nutritional productivity of pasture. Nutrients required for pasture growth and development. Sward height. Intensity of stocking with horses and ruminants. Grazing behaviour. Supplements on pasture. Safety of grazing areas. Water supplies. Silage and haylage and their safety. Grassland improvement. Tropical grassland and forages. Poisonous plants. Homeopathy. Study questions. Further reading. 11 Pests and Ailments Related to Grazing Area, Diet and Housing. Arthropod parasites. Worm infestations. Protozoan parasites. Ailments related to diet. Pasture ailments. Liver disease. Chronic weight loss. The mature sick or geriatric horse. Muscle ailments. Housing. Study questions. Further reading. 12 Laboratory Methods for Assessing Nutritional Status and Some Dietary Options. Metabolic tests. Diets for liver disease. Diets for kidney disease. Bone metabolism. Other tests. Procedures for determining causes of suspected nutritional problems. Study questions. Further reading. Appendix A Example Calculation of Dietary Composition Required for a 400 kg Mare in the Fourth Month of Lactation. Appendix B Common Dietary Errors in Studs and Racing Stables. Appendix C Chemical Composition of Feedstuffs Used for Horses. Appendix D Estimates of Base Excess of a Diet and of Blood Plasma. Estimate of BE of a diet from its fixed ion content. Estimate of BE of blood plasma from its bicarbonate concentration. Glossary. References and Further Reading. Conclusion. Index.

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Book SynopsisHelping you to apply many different diagnostic tools, this book explores both traditional treatments and alternative therapies for conditions that can cause gait abnormalities in horses. It describes equine sporting activities and specific lameness conditions in major sport horse types.Trade Review<Table of Contents1. Lameness Examination: Historical Perspective 2. Lameness in Horses: Basic Facts Before Starting 3. Anamnesis (History) 4. Conformation and Lameness 5. Observation: Symmetry and Posture 6. Palpation 7. Movement 8. Manipulation 9. Applied Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 10. Diagnostic Analgesia 11. Neurological Examination and Neurological Conditions Causing Gait Deficits 12. Unexplained Lameness 13. Assessment of Acute-Onset, Severe Lameness 14. The Swollen Limb 15. Radiography and Radiology 16. Ultrasonographic Evaluation of the Equine Limb: Technique 17. Ultrasonographic Examination of the Joints 18. Ultrasound and Orthopedic (Non-Articular) Disease 19. Nuclear Medicine 20. Computed Tomography 21. Magnetic Resonance Imaging 22. Gait Analysis for the Quantification of Lameness 23. Arthroscopic Examination 24. Tenoscopy and Bursoscopy 25. Themography: Use in Equine Lameness 26. Biomechanics of the Equine Limb and Its Effect on Lameness 27. The Foot and Shoeing 28. Trauma to the Sole and Wall 29. Functional Anatomy of the Palmar Aspect of the Foot 30. Navicular Disease 31. Fracture of the Navicular Bone and Congenital Bipartite Navicular Bone 32. Primary Lesions of the Deep Digital Flexor Tendon Within the Hoof Capsule 33. The Distal Phalanx and Distal Interphalangeal Joint 34. Laminitis 35. The Proximal and Middle Phalanges and Proximal Interphalangeal Joint 36. The Metacarpophalangeal Joint 37. The Metacarpal Region 38. The Carpus 39. The Antebrachium 40. The Elbow, Brachium, and Shoulder 41. The Hind Foot and Pastern 42. The Metatarsophalangeal Joint 43. The Metatarsal Region 44. The Tarsus 45. The Crus 46. The Stifle 47. The Thigh 48. Mechanical and Neurological Lameness in the Forelimbs and Hindlimbs 49. Diagnosis and Management of Pelvic Fractures in the Thoroughbred Racehorse 50. Lumbosacral and Pelvic Injuries in Sports and Pleasure Horses 51. Diagnosis and Management of Sacroiliac Joint Injuries 52. The Thoracolumbar Spine 53. The Cervical Spine and Soft Tissues of the Neck 54. Pathogenesis of Osteochondrosis 55. The Role of Nutrition in Developmental Orthopedic Disease: Nutritional Management 56. Diagnosis and Management of Osteochondrosis and Osseous Cyst-like Lesions 57. Physitis 58. Angular Limb Deformitis 59. Flexural Limb Deformity in Foals 60. Cervical Stenotic Myelopathy 61. Osteoarthritis 62. Markers of Osteoarthritis: Implications for Early Diagnosis and Monitoring of Pathology and Effects of Therapy 63. Gene Therapy 64. Models of Equine Joint Disease 65. Infectious Arthritis 66. Non-infectious Arthritis 67. Joint Conditions 68. Pathophysiology of Tendon Injury 69. Superficial Digital Flexor Tendonitis 70. The Deep Digital Flexor Tendon 71. Desmitis of the Accessory Ligament of the Deep Digital Flexor Tendon 72. The Suspensory Apparatus 73. Clinical Use of Stem Cells, Marrow Components, and Other Growth Factors 74. Diseases of the Digital Synovial Sheath, Palmar Annular Ligament, and Digital Annular Ligaments 75. The Carpal Canal and The Carpal Synovial Sheath 76. The Tarsal Sheath 77. Extensor Tendon Injury 78. Curb 79. Bursae and Other Soft Tissue Swellings 80. Other Soft Tissue Injuries 81. Tendon Lacerations 82. Soft Tissue Injuries of the Pastern 83. Skeletal Muscle and Lameness 84. Principles and Practice of Joint Disease Treatment 85. Analgesia and Hindlimb Lameness 86. Bandaging, Splinting, and Casting 87. External Skeletal Fixation 88. Counterirritation 89. Cryotherapy 90. Radiation Therapy 91. Rest and Rehabilitation 92. Acupuncture Channel Palpation and Understanding Musculoskeletal Pain 93. Chiropractic Evaluation and Management of Musculoskeletal Disorders 94. Physiotherapy Including Therapeutic use of Ultrasound, Lasers, Tens and Electromagnetics 95. Osteopathic Treatment of the Axial Skeleton of the Horse 96. Shock Wave Therapy 97. Poor Performance and Lameness 98. Experiences Using a High Speed Treadmill to Evaluate Lameness 99. The Sales Yearling 100. Pathophysiology and Clinical Diagnosis of Cortical and Subchondral Bone Injury 101. Biochemical Markers of Bone Cell Activity 102. Part 1: The Bucked Shin Complex and Surgical Management 103. The On-the-Track Catastrophe in the Thoroughbred Racehorse 104. Catastrophic Breakdowns 105. Track Surfaces and Lameness: Epidemiological Aspects of Racehorse Injury 106. The North American Thoroughbred 107. The European Thoroughbred 108. Standardbreds 109. Part 1: The European Standardbred Part 2: The Australasian Standardbred 110. The Racing Quarterhorse 111. The Racing Arabian 112. The National Hunt Racehorse, Point to Point Horse, and Timber Racing Horse 113. The Finnish Horse and Other Scandinavian Cold-Blooded Trotters 114. The Prepurchase Examination of the Performance Horse 115. The Show Jumper 116. The Dressage Horse 117. The Three-day Event Horse 118. The Endurance Horse 119. The Polo Pony 120. The Western and European Performance Horses 121. Walking Horses 122. Saddlebreds 123. The Arabian and Half-Arabian Show Horse 124. The Driving Horse 125. Draft Horses 126. The Pony 127. Breeding Stallions and Broodmares 128. The Foal 129. The Pleasure Riding Horse

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Book SynopsisHelps you to diagnose, treat, and manage equine skin disorders. With 900 full-color photos, this title covers skin diseases ranging from those that merely annoy the horse to others that interfere with the horse's ability to function in riding, working, or show.Table of Contents1. Structure and Function of the Skin 2. Diagnostic Methods 3. Dermatologic Therapy 4. Bacterial Skin Diseases 5. Fungal Skin Diseases 6. Parasitic Diseases 7. Viral and Protozoal Skin Diseases 8. Skin Immune System and Allergic Skin Diseases 9. Immune-Mediated Disorders 10. Endocrine, Nutritional, and Miscellaneous Hair Coat Disorders 11. Keratinization Defects 12. Pigmentary Abnormalities 13. Environmental Skin Diseases 14. Congenital and Hereditary Skin Diseases 15. Miscellaneous Skin Diseases 16. Neoplasms, Cysts, Hamartomas, and Keratoses

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Book SynopsisEncompasses a range of evolving topics in horse care, with thorough, step-by-step procedures for the emergency treatment.Table of ContentsPART 1: EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AND DIAGNOSTICS Section I: Important Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures for Emergency Care 1. Blood Collection 2. Medication Administration and Alternative Methods of Drug Administration 3. Intravenous Catheter Selection, Sites for Placement and Maintenance 4. Venous Cutdown 5. Intraosseous and Regional Perfusion 6. Biopsy Techniques 7. Hyperbaric Oxygen Indications in Emergencies 8. Alternative Therapies in Emergencies: Acupuncture Section II: Emergency Imaging, Endoscopy, Laboratory Diagnostics and Monitoring 9. Bacterial, Fungal and Viral Diagnostic Samples 10. Critical and Emergency Care Monitoring Techniques 11. Cytology 12. Emergency Diagnostic Endoscopy 13. Gene Testing 14. Imaging Techniques and Indications for the Emergency Patient 15. Laboratory Tests and Point of Care Diagnostics PART 2: EMERGENCY EXAMINATION AND MANAGEMENT OF ORGAN SYSTEMS Section I: Body and Organ Systems 16. Blood Coagulation Disorders 17. Cardiovascular System 18. Gastrointestinal System 19. Integumentary System 20. Liver Failure, Anemia and Blood Transfusion 21. Musculoskeletal System 22. Nervous System 23. Ophthalmology 24. Reproduction System 25. Respiratory System 26. Urinary System Section II: Pregnancy, Perinatal/Neonatal Period 27. Monitoring the Pregnant Mare 28. Emergency Foaling 29. Foal Resuscitation 30. Perinatology 31. Neonatology Section III: Shock, Temperature Related Problems, Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome and Muti-Organ Dysfunction Syndrome 32. Shock, Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS), Multi-Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS) 33. Temperature Related Problems: Hypothermia and Hyperthermia PART 3: TOXICOLOGY 34. Toxicology PART 4: SPECIAL PROBLEM EMERGENCIES Section I: Special Problems 35. Burns, Acute Soft Tissue Swellings. Pigeon Fever 36. Caring for the Down Horse 37. Disaster Medicine 38. Diseases Unique to Donkeys and Miniature Horses 39. Diseases Unique to Draft Horses 40. Emergency Diseases Unique to Countries Outside the Continental United States 41. Flood Injury 42. Foot Injuries 43. Laminitis 44. Orthopedic Emergencies of the Racing Athlete 45. Snake Envenomination 46. Thoracic Trauma Section II: Anesthesia 47. Anesthesia for Out-of-Hospital Emergencies 48. Euthanasia/Humane Destruction 49. Pain Management Section III: Nutrition 50. Approach to the Feed and Starvation Emergency 51. Nutritional Guidelines for the Injured, Hospitalized and Postsurgical Patient Section IV: Biosecurity 52. Contagious and Zoonotic Diseases 53. Standard Precautions and Infectious Disease Management APPENDICES 1: Commonly Used Formulas and Calculations in Emergency Care 2: Important Equivalents and Conversions for Clinical Practice 3: Miscellaneous Charts and Tables Useful in Clinical Practice 4: Reference Values 5: Clinical Pharmacology and Emergency Drug Facts A. Emergency Drugs, Recommended Dosages and Adverse Drug Events B. Drugs for Specific Emergencies, Protocols and Clinical Situations Antibiotics - Concentration Dependent vs. Time Dependent Drugs Anesthetic Induction Cardio-Respiratory Resuscitation Cardiac Arrhythmia Drugs and Protocols Pharmacologic Adjuncts to Intubation Physical and Chemical Restraint Pressors Prokinetics Seizure Control Sepsis Shock C. Adverse Drug Events and Management D. Clinical Signs and Overdose Response of Commonly Used Medications and Recommended Treatments INDEX

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSection I: General Principles of Joint Pathobiology 1. General Anatomy and Physiology of Joints 2. Biomechanics 3. Traumatic Arthritis and Post-traumatic Osteoarthritis 4. Pathologic Manifestations of Joint Disease 5. Osteochondritis Dissecans 6. Subchondral Cystic Lesions 7. Infective (septic) Arthritis 8. Effect of Loading/Exercise on Articular Tissues Section II: General Principles of Diagnosis and Treatment 9. Principles of Diagnosis 10. Synovial fluid and serum biomarkers Section III: Principles of Therapy of Traumatic Arthritis and Osteoarthritis 11. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs 12. Intraarticular Corticosteroids 13. Hyaluronan 14. Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (Adequan®) 15. Potential Use of Pentosan Polysulfate for the Treatment of Equine Joint Disease 16. Biological Therapies 17. Stem Cells 18. Rehabilitation 19. Use of oral joint supplements in equine joint disease Section IV: Specifics of Anatomy, Clinical Diagnosis, Imaging Diagnosis and Treatment by Region 20. Distal limb 21. Fetlock 22. Carpus 23. Elbow and Shoulder 24. Tarsus 25. Stifle 26. Hip Section V: New Frontiers 27. Arthritis Research, Some Present and Future Direction in Joint Disease

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Book SynopsisFind solutions to the most common problems faced by novice horse owners. Keeping your horse at home can be as wonderful and idyllic as it sounds, but there are also a lot of things which need to be taken into consideration to make sure you and your horse's new home are ready. This book will guide you through some of the potential pitfalls, providi

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Book Synopsis'Whether first time horse owner or seasoned professional, you are guaranteed to come away with a detailed, systematic, and comprehensive method for a happier, healthier equine partner'. Lameness is the most common cause of poor performance in the horse. This makes management of his soundness over the long term integral to both his general well being and his ability to participate in recreational and competitive activities. Unfortunately, most equine caretakers are unable to perceive abnormal movement in the horse, extending the period between the onset of a problem and its eventual treatment, and the longer an issue is allowed to persist, the greater the chance that it will progress. Many equine veterinarians also find it difficult to visually decipher lameness, which leads to lengthy, expensive, and often inaccurate diagnostic work ups. It is with these two key audiences in mind that Dr. Bob Grisel has created a book unlike any other. With hundreds of illustrations, dozens of charts, and links (via scannable QR codes within the book) to online videos of explanatory case studies, readers are given a complete course in observing, identifying, and decoding equine lameness. Dr. Grisel helps you interpret what is seen, plain and simple (no need for medical knowledge of equine anatomy and pathology).Trade ReviewA massive amount of shared knowledge presented in a very easy to follow non-vet school manner... Love the interactive video QR codes throughout the book that provide great visual help to go along with the text. Highly recommended for any horse owner or horse health practitioner. This is a book you will use time and time again.This unique book should be required reading for anyone who works with horses: veterinarians, blacksmiths, trainers, massage therapists, etc. It is a one-of-a-kind deconstruction of equine lameness.No broad-brush overview, Equine Lameness for the Layman is a veterinary text sweetened with helpful illustrations and such plain-language descriptions as 'right front non-weight-bearing lameness looks as if the horse is dragging a brick with a right front pastern.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Introduction Glossary SECTION ONE: Our Responsibility to the Performance Horse SECTION TWO: What is Lameness? SECTION THREE: Forms of Lameness SECTION FOUR: Pertinent Equine Anatomy SECTION FIVE: The Fundamentals of Productive Observation SECTION SIX: The Method of Visual Lameness Assessment SECTION SEVEN: The Gait Signature SECTION EIGHT: Applying Our Observations to the Diagnostic Process References Video Quick Library References About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisOver time, horses (like people) acquire postural habits, compensate for soreness and injury, and develop poor movement patterns. This limits performance ability, causes unsoundness and health issues, and ultimately undermines the horse's overall well-being.Jec Aristotle Ballou has made a name for herself advocating for the horse and providing sensible instruction in his schooling, conditioning, and care. Her bestselling books and popular clinics are designed to enable any horse person to correctly apply proven principles that bring measurable progress while avoiding boredom and confusion.In her latest collection of mounted and unmounted corrective exercises, Ballou demonstrates how we can actively work to improve the horse's posture and movement, whether he is an active performance or pleasure mount, an aging or older horse that benefits from gentle exercise, or one being rehabilitated following injury, illness, or lack of conditioning. Ballou's positive cross-training techniques are free of shortcuts, and her guidelines for analyzing the horse's posture and way of going help readers gain a new awareness of the equine body.Applicable for all disciplines, this is an integral collection that optimizes how the horse uses his body and helps ensure he stays sounder and healthier for more years of his life.Trade ReviewOverall a very informative book that will be well received by those that seek to improve their knowledge of the movement and posture of the horse and wish to learn how to improve his wellbeing with simple exercises that can be done easily everyday. Recommended reading for riders of all levels.Jec Aristotle Ballou is back at it again with another informative, picture-filled book with the primary focus of optimising horse movement. From everyday tips to breakdowns of elaborate exercises with bars, Ballou sets you up with tactics to try in the saddle and on the ground for peak performances.Easy-to-follow... great get-out-of-the-arena work.Ballou breaks the 55 exercises down into easily-digestible steps, organised by type of work (corrective, postural, bodywork for bad habits, groundwork and daily exercises).... 55 Corrective Exercises For Horses can help put more tools at the rider's disposal to keep our horses performing their best.Table of ContentsChapter 1: Corrective Exercises to Create New Patterns Chapter 2: Tuning up Postural Muscles Chapter 3: Simple Bodywork to Break Bad Habits Chapter 4: Getting the Most from Groundwork Chapter 5: Exercises and Tips to Follow Every Day

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Book SynopsisOffering expert advice on nutrition, proper housing, and routine maintenance, Keeping Livestock Healthy covers all the everyday medical care your horses, cattle, pigs, goats, and sheep are likely to require. From vaccines and artificial insemination to detecting and treating Lyme disease, Potomac fever, and bluetongue, you’ll find everything you need to know to keep your animals healthy and thriving. Stressing preventative methods wherever possible, N. Bruce Haynes helps you reduce veterinary costs, increase your self-sufficiency, and boost the productivity of your livestock operation.

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide to equine health care is filled with sound advice that is presented in a warm and approachable tone. Experienced veterinarian Brent Kelley offers proven methods for dealing with a variety of medical situations every horse owner is likely to encounter, from pregnancy and foaling to fractures and infections. With examples drawn from real-life stories, Kelley helps you confidently and effectively manage common ailments and provide the necessary care to keep your horse healthy and happy.

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Book SynopsisThis concise yet thorough guide to diagnostic radiology for the equine practitioner reflects over 35 years of clinical experience by the author. The book focuses on the production of high quality diagnostic radiographs in the field: from the carpus to the foot. This practical presentation provides detailed techniques for optimal production of images and accurate interpretation of the films. It includes a detailed discussion of the imaging of the distal limbs for assessment of lameness, infectious and traumatic conditions as a component of the Purchase examination. A practical assessment of the economic benefits of diagnostic radiology in the practice and methods for determining the cost and profitably is also included. This highly visual title contains over 400 high quality diagnostic images to aid the clinical in correctly diagnosing patents. This book is an exceptional guide to producing excellent quality radiographs in the field and belongs in glove box of every equine practitioner’s truck.Published by Teton New Media USA and distributed by CRC Press outside of North America.Table of ContentsContents1. Producing High Quality Radiographs2. Economic Issues of Radiology for the Ambulatory Equine Practitioner3. Radiographic Interpretation of Horses With Clinical Signs of Infection or Joint Disease4 Radiography Of The Distal Extremity5. Basic Information for Radiographic Interpretation of the Distal Extremity Examination6. Radiographic Interpretation of the Third Phalanx, Hoof Wall, and Soft Tissue Structures in the Foot7. Radiographic Interpretation of the Navicular Bone8. Interpretation of the Fetlock9. Interpretation of the Carpus10. Interpretation of the Tarsus11. Interpretation of the Stifle12. Role of Radiology in the Purchase Examination

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Book SynopsisHelp your horse put his best foot forward! Stressing the critical importance of hoof care to your horse’s overall health, this guide covers all aspects of proper hoof maintenance — from dealing with lost shoes, cracks, and thrush to promoting healthy hooves through a balanced diet. With in-depth discussions of hoof anatomy, the role of the farrier, and the importance of daily routines, Horse Hoof Care provides everything you need to know to give your horse a solid foundation of healthy, strong hooves.

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Book SynopsisThis book presents topical research in the study of horses, including recent advances in equine herpes virus 4 genetics using BAC technology; selective breeding in horses; the sexual interference behaviour in a managed herd of Sorraia horses; the management of wild horses with porcine zona pellucida; pathogen inactivation during horse manure composting; horse and human personalities; as well as horse identification and parentage control.

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Book SynopsisVeterinarian, lecturer, radio personality, and Idahoan-by-way-of-Texas (and other places) Dr. Madison Seamans shares a wonderful collection of stories from over 30 years in an equine veterinary practice and a lifetime of working with horses and their ever-surprising barnmates. Through ready humor and with a keen eye for calling out the particular peculiarities of horse people and horses alike, Dr. Seamans aims to teach readers how to be with and care for horses, promoting the health and happiness of all with lessons laced in laughter. Entertaining and educational by turns, this unique memoir is for anyone who loves animals (and some who just don't know it yet). Dr. Seamans' tales, both small and tall, are grouped in horse-centric categories and well-stocked with essential information delivered in a creative and highly enjoyable way. The reader climbs into the truck alongside the doc and drives off to aid horses with wounds, stomach aches, allergies, and bizarre behaviors, as well as those in severe physical distress. Quite by accident, you'll find yourself familiar with and understanding common equine medical problems and how they are diagnosed and treated, all while marveling at the remarkable situations a country veterinarian can find himself in. Playful yet serious, honest yet tongue-in-cheek, this wonderfully written book is an up-close look at a well-lived rural life that is about as authentic as America gets. No one who cares a whit for the animal kingdom, and the humans who dare enter it, will be disappointed.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive guide to individualized equine management based on the horse’s personality and body type. Dr. Ina Gösmeier leads the horse world in her area of specialization. A classically trained veterinarian, she supports her Western medical practice with knowledge gained through the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This handbook provides a basic introduction to the guiding principle of determining a horse's type before making decisions about handling, care, training, or treatment. According to TCM there are five horse types, assignments that are based not only on the horse's behavior, but on his build and body conformation, as well as diagnosis of his tongue and pulse. By determing the horse's type, you learn: How to understand and partner with each individual equine in the best ways possible. Appropriate choices related to training and handling techniques. Insight related to how a horse travels and what can keep him comfortable and healthy on the road. Why one horse learns quickly, why one always needs more rest, why another needs to be motivated with variety, and why some are fine alone while others need a friend at their side. A TCM type description helps the horse owner and rider assess the horse more accurately, promote the horse's training and well-being in a targeted manner, and troubleshoot existing and potential rideability problems. This book shares 11 case studies of horse types “in harmony” and “in disharmony” to demonstrate how the five horse types can be applied on day-to-day basis as well when treatment for injury or illness is necessary. Basic instructions for DIY acupressure and herbal therapy for health maintenance over the long term are also included.

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