Equine diseases and welfare in Jordan : a retrospective study (1261 cases)‎

Abstract EN

This study explores equine health problems and welfare issues encountered in Jordan.

The medical records of equine patients presented to the humane center for animal welfare over 3 years were reviewed.

A total of 1261 equine cases met the criteria were included in the study.

There were 1173 (93 %) horses, 74(5.9 %) donkeys and 12 (1 %) mules.

Most cases were presented for problems related to musculoskeletal (30.2 %), integumentary (20.7 %), and alimentary (19.6 %) system.

There were 876 (69.5 %) inpatients and 349 (27.7 %) outpatient cases.

The duration of staying at the hospital ranged from 1 to 141 days according to the severity of the case.

There were 29 cases treated surgically and 1232 cases treated medically.

Most cases were discharged while 37 (2.9 %) cases were humanely euthanized and 84 (6.7 %) cases died.

This study reports some overrepresented health problems and reflects equine welfare status in Jordan.