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IN THIS ISSUE | April 2013

• Rethinking laminitis

  Research is leading to a new understanding of the nature of laminitis, which may in turn yield much more effective techniques for managing the potentially devastating hoof disease. | Magazine Only

• The anatomy of laminitis

  Here’s how a series of biochemical events can lead to the catastrophic failure of the connective tissues of the hoof. | Magazine Only

• Injection aftercare

  Adverse reactions to shots are rare, but knowing what they look like and what to do should you see one could one day save your horse’s life. | Magazine Only

• ON BEHAVIOR: Starting the older horse

  Working with an older but still inexperienced horse poses special challenges but also promises unique rewards. | Magazine Only

• First-aid kit overhaul

  Here’s how to transform a haphazard collection of materials and ointments into a functional and complete kit ready to help you handle minor veterinary emergencies. | Magazine Only

• CASE REPORT: Hung Up

  A freak accident traps a horse’s hind leg between two bars in his stall. Can his owners free him before his panicked struggles lead to tragedy? | Magazine Only

• TRUE TALE: My Good Samaritan summer

  Adopting 10 beautiful yearlings that had been set to go to slaughter turned my orderly world upside down. But how could I turn away? | Magazine Only