Genetic Disorders: Breed by Breed
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
February 11, 2015
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
By knowing what conditions certain horses are predisposed to, owners and breeders can take preventive steps.
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