More than 670 readers of TheHorse.com responded to a poll asking, "What is your top horse health concern for summer?"

results of poll on worries for the summer season

Results were as follows: 

  • Other: 30.95% (208)

  • Mosquito-borne disease: 29.46% (198)

  • Parasite management: 22.77% (153)

  • Pain management: 5.65% (38)

  • Foal care (first vaccinations, deworming, weaning, etc.): 3.87% (26)

Readers shared their worries for the summer season and their equines in the comments below

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