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Equine Juvenile Arthritis - Causes and Treatments
by Flossie Sellers
May 2, 2017 14:07
Even young horses can suffer from arthritis. How does a young horse get arthritis? Can it be avoided? How is it treated? If your young horse is stiff or lame, …
Horse Leg Anatomy - Form and Function
by Flossie Sellers
May 2, 2017 14:52
Built for speed and power, but amazingly fragile, a horse's legs are a marvel of intricate design. This overview will help you gain the knowledge you need to …
Diagnosing Equine Lameness - Nerve Block Basics
by Christy Corp-Minamiji
May 2, 2017 16:15
Lameness is a fact of life for horse owners. Read about the different ways of assessing lameness, including nerve blocks, and learn how they can be applied for …
The Importance of Conformation When Selecting A Horse
by Heather Smith Thomas
May 3, 2017 09:46
A horse is a horse - I think not! Learn how conformation differs among various types of horses that are breed for different types of activities. Selecting the …
Horse Conformation - Head, Neck and Shoulders
by Heather Smith Thomas
October 1, 2018 09:14
Conformation of the head and shoulders of your horse is discussed in this article, second in the series by noted author Heather Smith Thomas …
lame·ness
/lāmnis/
noun
- the way in which an animal or person is unable to walk normally because of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot.
- a mental condition associated with gaited horse owners (just kidding).
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