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Each part of the locomotor apparatus plays a distinct and different role in locomotion. The horse’s trunk is the central part that unites and coordinates the haunches with the forehand. In addition to transmitting propulsion forward from the hind limbs, the trunk supports the body organs and carries the rider’s weight. In my previous post, we looked at how the different body parts work together to produce the horse’s extraordinary athletic prowess.Diving into the biomechanics of a horse a …

Winston Churchill said, “There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.”While appreciating the outer beauty of horses, I’ve always been fascinated by what’s on the inside, and, having studied athletic horses for almost 50 years as a veterinarian, researcher, and rider, I’ve learned that the inside of a horse is a marvel of structural and functional design that has produced an extraordinary athlete. In this blog, I’ll share some insights about the ath …

A lot of children say that they want to grow up to become animal doctors… but some of us never grow out of that stage. If you want to become a veterinarian, or you are interested in knowing what your veterinarian has accomplished, keep reading! As one part of a three-part series, you are bound to understand more about your vet, or your future!Whether it was bringing their dog in to the vet as a kid, or much later in life, your vet made the decision somehow, somewhere, and at some time! Vet …