Vitamins and minerals make up only a small portion of the equine diet by weight, but their importance to our horses’ health is enormous. Read this excerpt from the February 2021 issue of The Horse to learn more about these micronutrients and when supplementation might be necessary.
Veterinarians currently have a variety of medical treatments available to manage horses with asthma. Options include anything from over-the-counter breathing aids, natural/herbal/holistic products, and breathing implements to a variety of prescription-strength drugs.
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