Narcolepsy

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Concerning Collapse

My horse collapsed at a show, but had normal vitals upon standing. Now she’s lethargic. What could be wrong?

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Neurologic Problems in the Foal

Nothing disrupts the joy of foal ownership like the observation of potential problems: A disinterest in nursing, a depressed attitude, strange mannerisms, or seizures could mean a foal is suffering from some serious neurologic problems. During a

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Sleep and Sleep Disorders in Horses, AAEP 2008

Unlike humans, adult horses average only about three to five hours of sleep per day, with sleep events occurring intermittently throughout the day and night, with most occurring at night. Lack of sleep or a sleep disorder has the potential to impact

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Unsettled Slumber

My horse might have sleeping problems. I have seen him almost fall over trying to sleep. Is this normal?

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Fainting Foals, Sleepy Horses

Humans have been fascinated with narcolepsy for centuries. The sight of an otherwise normal person suddenly lapsing into unexplainable deep sleep was cause for curiosity, if not amusement, even after scientists in the late 1800s found that

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Equine Narcolepsy

As Jennifer Johnson stood in the lineup awaiting the judge’s decision with her recently acquired Quarter Horse mare Dobie Breeze, the last thing she expected was that her mount suddenly would collapse in a heap beneath her. But that’s just what

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