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K. Gary Magdesian, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVECC, ACVCP

K. Gary Magdesian, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVECC, ACVCP, is the Roberta A. and Carla Henry Endowed Chair in emergency medicine and critical care at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. He serves as chief of equine neonatology and critical care in the William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in Davis, California.

Articles by: K. Gary Magdesian, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVECC, ACVCP

Be Prepared for Emergencies

K. Gary Magdesian, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM, ACVECC, ACVCP April 1, 2002

Not to be pessimistic, but if you own horses long enough, you will have to deal with emergencies. The best way to handle these situations is to be prepared. Here are some suggested items for a basic first-aid kit: Thermometer; flashlight; bandag

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