Horse Lameness

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An often-missed factor in lameness diagnosis
When jogging a horse to check for lameness, head for footing that is as flat as possible. Research from...
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What a horse’s posture may say about his health
When it comes to evaluating horses, their movement has always been a primary focus. Now research suggests...
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Effects of gait when working a horse on circles
Work on a circle, both at liberty and under saddle, is an important part of training for horses in most...
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4-point strategy for healthy hooves
If you’re lucky, you don’t need to think about your horse’s hooves too often. You just pick them out...
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4 simple rules for preserving soundness
Many factors that affect your horse’s soundness are out of your control. He may have sustained an injury...
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Leg lumps and bumps
Do you know which leg blemishes are benign and which are likely to lead to lameness?
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Ride Along With A Veterinarian – John Janicek, DVM, MC | Lameness and Flexing
John Janicek, DVM, MS of Brazos Valley Equine Hospital demonstrates flexion tests.
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