Notes on Diseases of the Horse: Cause, Symptoms and Treatment

This compact manual offers a clear, no‑frills guide to horse health for anyone who works with or studies these animals. Drawing on more than a decade of hands‑on surgical practice, the author walks the listener through the most common ailments, explaining what causes them, how they present, and proven ways to treat them. The tone is straightforward, aiming to equip both students and seasoned veterinarians with actionable knowledge they can apply in the field.

The book begins with a quick reference to every major part of the horse’s anatomy, then moves to practical tools such as proper use of the clinical thermometer and interpreting temperature changes in health and disease. Each condition is described in plain language, followed by step‑by‑step treatment protocols that the author has found effective over many years. Listeners will come away with a solid foundation for diagnosing problems early and keeping their horses sound and productive.