Veterinarians solemnly swear to use their scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today's veterinarians are in the unique position of being the only doctors educated to protect the health of both animals and people. They are not only educated to meet the health needs of every species of animal but they play an important role in environmental protection, food safety, and public health.
In taking The Veterinarian's Oath, a doctor solemnly swears to use his or her scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society, through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today nearly 70,000 veterinarians are professionally active in the United States. They provide a wide variety of services in private clinical practice, teaching, research, government service, public health, military service, private industry, and other areas.
This section contains articles to help you better understand how veterinary medicine can help you and your pet enjoy the longest and fullest life together.
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January Newsletter: Keep Your Horse Safe from Worsening Tendon and Ligament Injuries
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Worried that your horse's tendon or ligament injury may get worse?
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December Newsletter: How to Care for Your Horses This Winter
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Could your horses benefit from these winter weather tips?
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November Newsletter: What is a horse body condition score?
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Is your horse too fat?
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Important Things to Know about Equine Pneumonia
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Do you know the signs of equine pneumonia?
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What You Need to Know about Equine Vaccinations
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Do you know what vaccinations your horse needs?
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Preventing Lameness: Veterinary Intervention for Ringbone
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Could your horse's lameness be caused by ringbone?
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The Facts about Equine Nutrition
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Is your horse getting enough nutrients?
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The Importance of Pre-purchase Exams
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Thinking about buying a horse? A pre-purchase exam could help you make sure you're making the right decision.
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What Horse Owners Need to Know about Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH)
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Does your horse have a bloody nose after exercising? Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage could be to blame.
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What Is Hay Belly?
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Is hay belly the reason that your horse's gut has become bigger?
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What Are the Signs of An Unhealthy Horse?
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Do you know the signs that may indicate that your horse is unwell?
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Maintaining Your Horse’s Oral Health
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Do you know how to keep your horse's teeth and jaw healthy?
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Winter Horse Feeding Tips
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Does your horse need to eat more during the winter?
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Anhidrosis in Horses
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Does your horse sweat enough?
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COPD in Horses
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Does your horse's chest heave when it breathes? COPD may be the problem.
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Hoof Problems and Diseases in Horses
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Could your horse be at risk of developing one of these common hoof problems?
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