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Horse Health Tips for Extreme Cold Weather
by: Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
This winter has been unusually cold in some areas, with temperatures well below freezing for many days in a row. This extreme cold weather can be particularly dangerous to animals that live outdoors. The Michigan State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is reporting an increase in the number of animals presenting with starvation and problems related to exposure. During the winter it ...
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