White Line Disease in Horses
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
July 31, 2016
Also known as “seedy toe,” white line disease is a serious hoof condition that requires vet and farrier intervention.
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Also known as “seedy toe,” white line disease is a serious hoof condition that requires vet and farrier intervention.
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