Equine

Resources,

Sites,

& Books

Disclaimer: These links, sites, or published resources are not intended to replace professional veterinary medical care. Please reach out to (978) 468 6307 or [email protected] with any questions or concerns. 

 
Website Resources:
AAEP     American Association of Equine Practitioners — Find resources and educational opportunities to help ensure your animal is supported day-to-day.
AVMA  American Veterinary Medical Association — Additional resources for pet owners large and small! Also, find resources on careers and educational opportunities.
GlobalVetLink Looking for your horse’s most recent Coggins or Health Certificate? Click here! Follow these instructions for additional log-in information.
The Horse Find a plethora of information and current newsletters on equine care and management.
MSPCA-Nevins Farm Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals — Learn, adopt, or support a local non-profit rescue organization. 
MVMA Massachusetts Veterinary Medicine Association — Navigate to “Advocacy” for information on current legislative efforts in MA or to “Pet Owners” for resources and education.
MVTA Massachusetts Veterinary Technician Association — Click here for information on assisting veterinarians in the practice! 
NEER North New England Equine Rescue — Interested in adopting or supporting a local rescue organization? Reach out to or visit NEER North! 

 

 Published Resources:
 Gore, T., Gore, P., & Giffin, J. M. (2008). Horse Owner’s Veterinary Handbook (3rd ed.). Howell Book House/Wiley Pub. 
 

Harris, S. E. (2014). The United States Pony Clubs Manual of Horsemanship. advanced horsemanship, HB-A level. Howell Book House/Wiley Pub.

 

Hodgson, D. R., McKeever, K. H., & McGowan, C. M. (2014). The athletic horse: Principles and practice of Equine Sports Medicine. Elsevier/Saunders.

 

Jones, J. L. (2020). Horse brain, human brain: The neuroscience of horsemanship. Trafalgar Square Books. 

 

Kauffmann, S., & Cline, C. (2018). The Essential Hoof Book: The complete modern guide to horse feet: Anatomy, care and health, disease diagnosis and treatment. Trafalgar Square. 

 

Loving, N. S. (2006). All horse systems go: The Horse Owner’s full-color veterinary care and conditioning resource for modern performance, sport, and pleasure horses. Trafalgar Square Pub.

 

Swift, S. (1985). Centered riding. St. Martin’s/Marek.

 

Worth, M. (2010). The Horse Nutrition Handbook. Storey Pub.