The Racehorse: A Veterinary Manual 2nd Edition

The Racehorse: A Veterinary Manual, 2nd Edition

This book has become the definitive text for primary care of the Thoroughbred racehorse. Written by one of the world’s leading racehorse veterinary clinicians, it sets out best practice standards of diagnosis and management of all the major conditions likely to be encountered in racehorse clinical practice. This thoroughly updated second edition remains an invaluable resource for both clinicians and non-veterinarians in the racing industry.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: It comprehensively reviews diverse subjects such as pre-purchase assessment and exercise physiology, setting out best practice standards of diagnosis and management of all the major conditions.
• New Chapters and Sections: This second edition introduces new chapters on a range of topics, including injury risk assessment and electrolyte and fluid therapy. It also features expanded sections on nutrition, rehabilitation, and sales radiography.
• Best Practice Standards: The manual sets out best practice standards of diagnosis and management of all the major conditions likely to be encountered in racehorse clinical practice.
• Updated Content: The book has been thoroughly updated and includes an array of new images and ready reference charts.
• Broad Audience: It remains an invaluable resource for both clinicians and non-veterinarians in the racing industry.