203. Recognizing and Reporting Equine Abuse and Neglect
Small animal veterinarians may have little to no equine experience, and this could create challenges when working on equine cases. This session will build on the information presented in the previous hour. Participants will learn how to recognize signs of equine abuse or neglect; how to assess a horse and its environment; and when it may be appropriate to provide owner education and monitor a situation versus reporting.
Alina Vale
DVM, M.S.
Official Veterinarian | California Horse Racing Board | San Diego, Calif.
Dr. Alina Vale attended veterinary school at the University of California, Davis and earned a master?s degree in veterinary forensic medicine from the University of Florida. As an official veterinarian with the California Horse Racing Board, she investigates equine fatalities and conducts post-mortem examination reviews. A passionate proponent of the humane use of horses, Dr. Vale chairs the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Welfare & Public Policy Advisory Council and previously chaired the Equine Abuse & Neglect Subcommittee.
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