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Understanding lameness : examining equine lameness from diagnosis to prognosis / by Terry Swanson with Heidi Nyland ; research assistance by Jennifer Paulson.
Veterinary: du Pont Library (New Bolton) SF959.L25 S93 2009
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- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Swanson, Terry.
- Series:
- Western Horseman book
- A Western Horseman book
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Horses.
- Lameness in horses.
- Physical Description:
- 207 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), photographs (chiefly color) ; 28 cm.
- Place of Publication:
- Colorado Springs, Colo. : Western Horseman, 2009.
- Summary:
- This book covers the various types of lameness and how to treat and manage the lame horse. There's a general discussion relating to lameness philosophy, how to recognize and grade lameness, and how conformation affects soundness. The chapters are then organized according to the horse's anatomical parts and each lameness is outlined, giving a description, prognosis, and treatment options. Throughout, the author stresses responsible management for the best possible outcome.
- Notes:
- "Western Horseman" above title.
- Local Notes:
- Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Clarence J. Marshall Memorial Library Fund.
- ISBN:
- 9780911647747
- 0911647740
- OCLC:
- 418650571
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