A fluid containing a high proportion of hydrogen ions, giving the liquid a sour taste. Measured by pH units, with 1 the most acid, and 14 the least acid. Chemical reactions in the body have to take place at or near neutrality, pH 7.... ↪ Read more

Association of American Feed Control Officials; an organization which sets standards for pet food ingredients and minimum daily requirements.... ↪ Read more

Diseases communicable between man and other animals.... ↪ Read more

A bluish-white metallic element. Atomic number 30. Atomic weight 65.37. Melting point 419.4°C. An important component in many alloys, solders, and metal coatings. As a dietary mineral, zinc appears essential to the proper functioning of the baseme nt membrane between the horny and sensitive... ↪ Read more

White line disease was thought to be an infection of Candida albicans yeast. More recent evidence suggests, however, that other fungi, such as Pseudallescheria boydii are actually responsible.... ↪ Read more

A colt or filly between 1 and 2 years of age.... ↪ Read more

Electromagnetic radiation with wave lengths between approximately 0.0000001 and 0.00000000001 centimeter. Because X-rays pass through soft tissue and are largely absorbed by bones, they are useful in radiography. a.k.a: Roentgen rays.... ↪ Read more

A pathology of the hoof wherein the wall at the heel(s) has folded under, and the horse in walking on the side of the hoof wall rather than on the ground surface. In extreme cases the entire side of the hoof may be involved, i.e.: rolled/folded under from toe quarter to heel.... ↪ Read more

A deviation in gait in which the hoof arcs outward in flight. Winging-out is often seen in horses with toed-in conformation, and while it is more obvious to the untrained eye than winging-in, it is less likely to cause interference. a.k.a: Paddling.... ↪ Read more

A deviation in gait in which the hoof arcs inward (under the horse) in flight. Winging-in is often seen in horses with toed-out conformation, and may lead to interference.... ↪ Read more

A soft swelling which appears on either side of the fetlock area. Windpuffs are generally considered blemishes, but may indicate excessive strain which could lead to more serious trouble. "Articular windpuff" is the distention of the fetlock joint capsule. "Tendinous windpuff"... ↪ Read more

Brand of rubber horseshoes made from 1878 through 1911.... ↪ Read more