Impact of Short-Term Transportation Stress on Equine Endocrine and Immune Function
New research shows that veterinarians might need to allow several hours between transportation and testing for conditions such as PPID.
New research shows that veterinarians might need to allow several hours between transportation and testing for conditions such as PPID.
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