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URIs in Horses
URIs (Upper Respiratory Infections) are common in horses. But it’s important to treat them because complications can arise with serious results. Symptoms are the same as for humans – runny nose, clear to yellowish discharge, runny or inflamed eyes, a dry or moist cough, fever, lethargy. A horse normally takes 6-8 breaths per minute. Watch […]
Care of Diabetic Cats and Dogs
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