Page 6 - The Veterinary Care of the Horse
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Common dental problems
Equine dentistry and the law
VetBooks.ir Tetanus protection
Pain relief
Dental extractions
Summary
WORM CONTROL
Worms commonly causing problems for the horse
Small strongyles; Large strongyles, Tapeworms, Roundworms, Pinworm, Threadworm, Bots,
Lungworm, Neck threadworm
Diagnosis of worm infestation
Treatment and prevention
General rules for worming horses
CARE OF THE HORSE’S FEET
3 THE ILL OR INJURED HORSE
SIGNS OF ILL HEALTH
Depression and withdrawal
Change of breathing rate and pattern
Temperature
Increased pulse rate
Nasal discharge
Loss of appetite
Reduced number of droppings, constipation and diarrhoea
Urine
Dehydration
Sweating
Mucous membranes
Unusual stance
Lying down more than usual
Lameness
Heat
