Should I buy this horse? That’s a question many prospective owners ask after hearing the results of a pre-purchase exam.
Get some advice from Dr. John Pigott on Tuesday, April 18, when he presents: “Pre-purchase Headaches in the Sport Horse: Risky Bone Chips, Lumps, Conformation and More!” as part of the Cornell Equine Seminar Series.
He will discuss common abnormalities and questions that veterinarians, buyers and sellers face during pre-purchase examination of the sport horse. If there is a bone chip, is it okay to buy the horse anyway? What are the chances of a conformational abnormality turning into a problem in the future? This seminar will explore the concept of risk assessment during pre-purchase and how to make the most informed decision when questions arise.
Dr. Pigott is a specialist veterinary surgeon and 2009 graduate of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell University. He completed his equine surgery residency training at Ohio State University and has performed research in equine orthopedics, regenerative medicine and upper airway disorders.
Before moving to Cornell, Dr. Pigott was employed by a private practice referral hospital in Wisconsin, where he worked in both elective and emergency orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, advanced imaging and lameness.
He joined the team at Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists in 2015 and has expertise in orthopedic surgery, upper airway surgery, complicated lameness, advanced imaging and regenerative medicine. Dr. Piggott also has an extensive history as a competitor in the hunter/jumper field and utilizes this unique knowledge daily as he approaches cases across disciplines. As a recognized specialist, Dr. Pigott is a regular speaker at both national and international conferences on the topics of orthopedics, regenerative medicine and lameness.
This seminar is part of the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Equine Seminar Series, and will be presented on Tuesday, April 18, from 6-7 p.m. Eastern Time via Zoom. Please register in advance at this link