Botulism in Horses
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
June 13, 2018
Horses are highly susceptible to botulism, which causes neurologic disease and death. Download this free fact sheet to learn more!
Horses are highly susceptible to botulism, which causes neurologic disease and death. Download this free fact sheet to learn more!
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