| Author |
Lacroix, John Victor, 1882- |
| LoC No. |
16023154
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| Title |
Lameness of the Horse
Veterinary Practitioners' Series, No. 1
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 46.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Lameness of the Horse" by J. V. Lacroix is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a comprehensive guide for veterinary practitioners on the diagnosis and treatment of lameness in horses, drawing on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand the locomotory system's disorders. It aims to benefit veterinarians and their clients by improving the care and outcomes for horses suffering from lameness. The opening of the text outlines the purpose and scope of the treatise. The author emphasizes the significance of understanding both the anatomy and the nuances of diagnosing various afflictions that cause lameness. He discusses the importance of recognizing the symptoms that indicate structural or functional disorders while introducing terms such as "true" and "false" lameness. This introductory section sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the causes, diagnostic techniques, and specific afflictions of the horse’s locomotory apparatus, highlighting the author’s intent to enhance veterinary practice for the betterment of both animals and their owners. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SF: Agriculture: Animal culture
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| Subject |
Horses -- Health
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| Subject |
Lameness in horses
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16370 |
| Release Date |
Jul 27, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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