Can PPID or EMS Affect My Horse’s Joints?
Haylie Pfeffer
December 8, 2023
Dr. Luke Bass describes the unique joint changes that might be seen in horses with PPID and EMS.
Dr. Luke Bass describes the unique joint changes that might be seen in horses with PPID and EMS.
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