First aid and transport of horses with orthopedic emergencies: What’s worth knowing!

Authors

  • Isabela Salomoni Universidade Anhembi Morumbi
  • Nicole Fidalgo Paretsis Universidade Anhembi Morumbi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31533/pubvet.v18n07e1629

Keywords:

Equine, first aid, rescue, transport

Abstract

Horses are considered prey in nature and, because of this, they have anatomical and physiological characteristics that facilitate their escape. However, they can suffer milder orthopedic accidents such as abrasions when encountering damaged fences, injuries from tree branches or even fractures when falling into ditches or wells. The objective of this article is to describe step-by-step first aid, including pain management, preparation for rescue, and transport to a reference center so that the owner, veterinarian and/or rescuer can manage this animal safely, quickly and assertively.

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Published

2024-07-11

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Medicina veterinária

How to Cite

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Salomoni I, Paretsis NF. First aid and transport of horses with orthopedic emergencies: What’s worth knowing!. Pubvet [Internet]. 2024 Jul. 11 [cited 2024 Dec. 4];18(07):e1629. Available from: https://ojs.pubvet.com.br/index.php/revista/article/view/3708