Анотация: In the 10 years since publication of the preceding edition of this book, the practice of equine medicine and surgery has expanded in many regards. New drugs have been approved for use in horses, research curiosities have evolved into commonly used modes of treatment, and the numbers of horses, as well as the people who care for them have increased. Sophisticated research programs have contributed reams of new information to the rapidly expanding pool of information available to students, practitioners and researchers. The book's practical orientation is attributable to its authors, most of whom are engaged in institutional or private equine practice. (The Editors)