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Busy Vet’s Guide to Equine Emergencies
Treating Horses, Donkeys and Mules
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The Busy Vet’s Guide to Equine Emergencies is a must-have, in-practice reference for veterinary professionals who regularly face equine emergencies. This concise, accessible guide covers the core principles of emergency care—from assessing vital signs and performing diagnostic tests to handling, restraint, and administering emergency drugs. Inside, you'll find practical advice on sedation, analgesia, and field anaesthesia, along with step-by-step guidance for managing the most common equine emergencies, including: Colic and choking Acute medical and neurological conditions Lameness and wound management Urinary issues Foal and foaling complications Euthanasia protocols Whether you're an experienced equine vet or a mixed practitioner, this book delivers the essential tools and knowledge to respond confidently and effectively in critical situations.
The Busy Vet’s Guide to Equine Emergencies is a must-have, in-practice reference for veterinary professionals who regularly face equine emergencies. This concise, accessible guide covers the core principles of emergency care—from assessing vital signs and performing diagnostic tests to handling, restraint, and administering emergency drugs.
Inside, you'll find practical advice on sedation, analgesia, and field anaesthesia, along with step-by-step guidance for managing the most common equine emergencies, including:
Colic and choking
Acute medical and neurological conditions
Lameness and wound management
Urinary issues
Foal and foaling complications
Euthanasia protocols
Whether you're an experienced equine vet or a mixed practitioner, this book delivers the essential tools and knowledge to respond confidently and effectively in critical situations.