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Potomac Horse Fever

Potomac Horse Fever By: Chauncey Smith, DVM Potomac Horse Fever (PHF) is caused by the bacteria, Neorickettsia risticii. Equids acquire the bacteria by consuming infected

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Choke in Horses

Choke in Horses By Chauncey Smith, DVM, Cleveland Equine Clinic Most chokes are not life threatening. Always withhold feed following sedation. Do not feed a

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Heatstroke in Horses

Heatstroke in Horses By Chauncey Smith, DVM, Cleveland Equine Clinic The horse thermo-regulates its body temperature via blood vessels in the skin and sweat glands

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