Download or read book Understanding Equine Acupuncture written by Rhonda Rathgeber and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A wide-ranging collection of informative, useful, practical and well-written guidebooks that address, in details, many of the key concerns of horse owners. Alternative medicine and therapies are growing more popular as treatment methods, not only for humans but for horses as well, especially as awareness of these methods increases among horse owners. Acupuncture for horses is becoming widely accepted as an alternative therapy, and it is being used to treat a number of conditions in equines from soreness to infertility. Understanding Equine Acupuncture thorough examines the history of this ancient Eastern medical technique and its application to horses.
Download or read book Understanding Equine Colic written by Bradford G. Bentz and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Colic is a horse owner's worst nightmare. In this book, veterinarian Bentz discusses the many types of colic, the warning signs owners should look for, a typical colic examination, plus treatment options, including surgery.
Download or read book Xie s Veterinary Acupuncture written by Huisheng Xie and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 373 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine has been used to treat animals in China for thousands of years. Until now, the majority of the literature on Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine has been written in Chinese. Xie's Veterinary Acupuncture serves as a comprehensive and accessible reference on the basic principles, techniques and clinical application of veterinary acupuncture. Written by a world renowned authority on veterinary acupuncture and a panel of experts, the book incorporates a traditional Chinese approach to veterinary acupuncture, including ancient and newly developed acupuncture techniques for both small and large animals. With the growing interest in veterinary acupuncture worldwide, this ground-breaking and authoritative text is a timely resource for practitioners and students alike.
Download or read book Understanding Equine Hoof Care written by Heather Smith Thomas and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This covers the basics of hoof care and horseshoeing. Topics range from simple cleaning to trimming and shoeing the foot to dealing with hoof injuries and complex lameness problems. It also described how to achieve healthy hooves through proper nutrition, conscientious care, and proper used of the horse.
Download or read book The Veterinary Care of the Horse written by Sue Devereux and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 1342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This enlarged third edition of The Veterinary Care of the Horse brings the reader up-to-date with recent developments in equine medicine and surgery. For ease of reference, each condition is explained under headings which include the causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and prognosis. It is appreciated that it is not always easy to remember every detail of the vet's instructions when coping with a sick or injured horse. For this reason, recommendations regarding everyday procedures such as cleaning a wound, poulticing and bandaging are laid out in a step-by-step format. Chapters include; The Healthy Horse; Preventive Medicine; the Ill or Injured Horse; Examination of the Lame or Poor Performance Horse; Diagnostic Procedures and Imaging Techniques; Conditions of the Horse's Foot; Tendon and Ligament Injuries; Joint Injury and Disease; Synovial Effusions; Conditions affecting Bone; Muscle Disease and Neurological Conditions; The Horse's Spine and Pelvis; Therapies; Complementary Therapies; Respiratory Conditions; The Horse's Heart and the Circulatory System; The Digestive System; The Horse's Skin; The Reproductive System; Endocrine Disorders; Eye Injury and Disease; Behaviour Problems; Veterinary Care of the Donkey; Veterinary Procedures and finally, Further Advice and Practical Tips. Edited by Karen Coumbe MA VetMB Cert EP MRCVS.An essential book for everyone concerned with the care and management of horses.Each condition is explained under headings which include the causes, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and prognosis.Recommendations regarding everyday procedures such as cleaning a wound, poulticing and bandaging are laid out in a step-by-step format.Fully illustrated with over 1400 colour photographs and 200 diagrams.A fully revised and enlarged third edition.Sue Devereux is a qualified vet and an equine instructor for the International Academy of Veterinary Chiropractic. Edited by Karen Coumbe MA VetMB Cert EP MRCVS.
Download or read book Acupuncture Points on the Horse written by Gene C. Bruno and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-04-22 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Acupuncture Points on the Horse" is the first detailed descriptive and illustrated text for practitioners of equine acupuncture. The author was one of the acupuncturists who first introduced animal acupuncture into the United States in 1971.
Download or read book Understanding Your Horse s Behavior written by Sue M. McDonnell and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handy volume compiles questions from horse owners about problems they face with their horses, and answers by renowned equine behaviorists Sue McDonnell, Ph.D.
Download or read book Acupressure for Horses written by Ina Gosmeier and published by Trafalgar Square Books. This book was released on 2018-08-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now you can help your horse with simple acupressure techniques! Learn to identify your horse’s individual “body constitution type,” which determines your choice of acupressure treatment; understand the 12 main channels of energy in your horse’s body, and gain the ability to choose the correct points to treat specific issues. Relieve mild sources of pain and discomfort in your horse’s body, influence his mental health and stability, and select appropriate treatment from a comprehensive list of common problems and their solutions, with step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs to help you help your horse.
Download or read book Equine Reproductive Procedures written by John Dascanio and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2014-06-23 with total page 578 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Equine Reproductive Procedures is a user-friendly guide to reproductive management, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic techniques on stallions, mares, and foals. Offering detailed descriptions of 161 procedures ranging from common to highly specialized, the book gives step-by-step instructions with interpretative information, as well as useful equipment lists and references for further reading. Presented in a highly portable spiral-bound format, Equine Reproductive Procedures is a practical resource for daily use in equine practice. Divided into sections on the non-pregnant mare, the pregnant mare, the postpartum mare, the stallion, and the newborn foal, the book is well-illustrated throughout with clinical photographs demonstrating procedures. Equine Reproductive Procedures provides practical guidance for performing basic and advanced techniques associated with the medical management of horses.
Download or read book Veterinary Acupuncture written by Allen M. Schoen and published by Mosby Incorporated. This book was released on 2001 with total page 628 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revision reflects major updating, expansion of hot topics, and coverage of trends, current areas of research interest, and controversies in veterinary acupuncture. The book begins with the history and concepts of acupuncture and continues with the anatomic and neurophysiologic basis of acupuncture, research on acupuncture, practical techniques, instrumentation, and point selection. Part two covers acupuncture in small animals, including a canine atlas, avian acupuncture, and chapters that focus on disorders grouped by body systems. Part three is devoted to acupuncture in large animals. It begins with three different equine atlases, followed by equine acupuncture treatment according to body system, and concludes with acupuncture in cattle and a porcine acupuncture atlas. Part four covers failures in veterinary acupuncture and veterinary manipulative therapies.
Download or read book Veterinary Acupuncture written by Alan M. Klide and published by University of Pennsylvania Press. This book was released on 2002-09-20 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A resource for veterinarians interested in alternative medical treatments for animals.
Download or read book Understanding Horse Performance written by Sue Palmer and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2016-11-30 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whatever level you ride at, the inability to solve a ridden, groundwork or behavioural problem causes frustration and can leave you feeling powerless. Chartered veterinary physiotherapist Sue Palmer reveals how you can determine whether your horse's performance is affected by his behaviour (brain), health (pain) or training, and she explains clearly how to overcome difficulties through tried and tested techniques. The emphasis is on creating a comfortable, trusting and rewarding relationship between horse and rider, which ultimately will lead to greater success and more good times with your horse. Sue Says: 'You will be inspired by the results you can achieve, and encouraged towards achieving your dreams with your horse'. A fascinating guide to determining whether your horse's performance is affected by his brain, pain or training, fully illustrated with 95 colour photographs.
Download or read book Equine Dermatology E Book written by Danny W. Scott and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2010-12-20 with total page 551 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diagnose, treat, and manage equine skin disorders with the most comprehensive reference available! With 900 full-color photos, Equine Dermatology 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. Thorough coverage includes essential basics and practical diagnostic methods, therapies, and specific abnormalities and defects. The book describes the structure and function of the skin, and discusses disorders including bacterial, fungal, parasitic, viral, protozoal, allergic, immune-mediated, endocrine, metabolic, and nutritional diseases. It also covers congenital and hereditary defects, pigmentation abnormalities, keratinization defects, environmental skin diseases, and skin tumors. Written by renowned equine dermatologists Danny Scott and Bill Miller, this all-inclusive resource covers the latest dermatologic topics and the newest therapies. - Current, comprehensive coverage includes every known equine dermatosis. - An emphasis on differential diagnosis includes key differentials and breed predilections for each disease, especially helpful when you have only a specimen and an incomplete history to work with. - A consistent format makes it easy to locate information on each skin disorder, including a clinical description, its cause and pathogenesis, clinical features, clinical management, diagnosis, treatment, and any zoonotic aspects. - Expert authors Danny W. Scott, DVM, and William H. Miller, Jr., VMD, offer years of knowledge, experience, and their vast image collections. - Diagnostic tables in each chapter provide a quick reference for identifying lesions and disorders. - An extensive list of references at the end of each chapter includes recommendations for further reading. - New coverage of dermatologic conditions includes the latest topics and emerging disorders such as chronic progressive lymphedema, herpesvirus-2-associated dermatitis, salmonella-associated dermatoses, and nodular auricular chondropathy. - Updated Diagnostic Methods chapter covers multiple methods of developing a differential diagnosis list based on breed, lesion type, patterns, and location. - A focus on common clinical problems highlights the conditions most likely to be seen in practice. - Almost 1,000 full-color photos of skin disorders make it easy to distinguish clinical characteristics and variations of normal and abnormal for accurate diagnosis and therapy.
Download or read book Understanding Equine Preventive Medicine written by Bradford G. Bentz and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Equine veterinarian Bradford Bentz discusses ways to keep horses safe from infectious diseases and emphasizes the importance of vaccination and deworming programs and other good management practices to maintain healthy horses.
Download or read book Acu Horse written by Nancy Zidonis and published by Tallgrass Pub Llc. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ACU-Horse provides a step-by-step guide to performing an acupressure session on your horse. This new book provides tons of 4 color charts and photos to help you learn equine acupressure along with all the necessary discussion of essential Chinese medicine theories and concepts. The book walks you through the assessment process, acupoint selection and the comprehensive acupressure session protocol. ?? The last chapter offers 35+ common equine specific condition charts addressing both physical and emotional issues such as colic, osteoarthritis, founder, pre- and post-performance, heaves, grief, fear, and many more.?? Every horse person needs to have this new book for learning how to benefit horses with Chinese Medicine and as a reference at all times. It is perfect for owners, trainers, and healthcare practitioners to enhance the horse's performance, health, and wellbeing.Acupressure helps people connect with their own healing abilities while contributing to your sense of partnership in his health.
Download or read book Horse Health Care written by Cherry Hill and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-07-22 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A healthy horse is a happy horse. Packed with dozens of essential health care skills every horse owner should know, this guide will help you keep your animal healthy, save you money, and make your horse operation more self-sufficient. Cherry Hill provides illustrated step-by-step instructions for routine medical maintenance like hoof care, dental exams, and checking vital signs, while also showing you how to deal with an injured horse and the correct techniques for treating wounds, giving injections, wrapping a leg, and preventing infection.
Download or read book Trick Training Your Horse to Success written by Jan Sharp and published by Eclipse Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A world champion trainer shares her secrets for developing a well-behaved, responsive horse.
