What Do Researchers Know About the Equine Hindgut?
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
June 12, 2024
Research shows slight shifts in the horse’s intestinal microbiome can have far-reaching effects.
Research shows slight shifts in the horse’s intestinal microbiome can have far-reaching effects.
Getting back to basics and simplifying meals might be the key to keeping the horse’s hindgut healthy and functioning properly.
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