Mare Thyroid Condition Might be Linked to Foal Deaths
Erica Larson
April 8, 2016
The rare condition–primary hypothyroidism–in mares could be behind a potentially deadly foal problem called CHDS.
The rare condition–primary hypothyroidism–in mares could be behind a potentially deadly foal problem called CHDS.
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One California horse is dead and another recovering after consuming cookies laced with oleander.
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While researchers have yet to see full resolution in study horses, all tumors reduced in size or stopped growing.
Coconut, or copra, meal could be useful for horses requiring low-NSC diets, researchers found
Use slow-feeders and reduced feeding rates to safely and effectively decrease horses’ body weight, researchers said.
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