âAfter years of trail riding, you’ve decided to do something different---you want to try your hand at barrel racing.
You’ve lined up a trainer, bought a new saddle and outfitted your arena with barrels for practice. Now, there’s one last thing you need to do: Talk to your veterinarian.
“An understanding of what a horse is asked to do on a daily basis is critical to his care,” explains 2016 American Association of Equine Practitioners President Kathleen Anderson, DVM, who is also a founding partner of Equine Veterinary Care PC, in Fair Hill, Maryland. “It’s always valuable to outline your competitive goals with your veterinarian so they are aware of your expectations and can offer advice regarding management for the best outcomes.”
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PROGRESS AND STRUGGLE IN SENIOR HORSE CARE
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