October 2004

Bad Baby Legs

Spotting limb deformities early in the foal’s life will help ensure satisfactory treatment.

Like humans, every foal is unique.

DOD is the acronym for developmental orthopedic disease, a term used to encompass a variety of bone and joint problems in young horses. It’s a complicated disease that requires care based on individuals.

OCD

Osteochondrosis dessicans, or “OCD,” involves a disorder of the transitional zone between bone and cartilage. Instead of being firmly bonded to the bone beneath, the cartilage is loose in areas. Cracks or fissures may develop and, in some cases, the cartilage is elevated off the bone in flaps. Flaps may also break off. …