Horse Body Weight, Age Important Laminitis Risk Factors
Alexandra Beckstett
November 10, 2013
The risk factors associated with laminitis are many. But which are most important for owners to watch for?
The risk factors associated with laminitis are many. But which are most important for owners to watch for?
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Discussion topics will include nutrition, emergency care, dentistry, shoeing, genetics, and body conditioning.
Restricted pasture access does not have negative effects on hindgut fermentation or fluid balance.
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