Botulism: Deadly to Horses
Daniela Luethy, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM
August 9, 2018
Horses are one of the most susceptible species to botulism. Find out how to protect your horse from this deadly neurologic disease.
Proper feeding practices for foals, adult horses, and older horses
Horses are one of the most susceptible species to botulism. Find out how to protect your horse from this deadly neurologic disease.
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