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Equine Asthma
October 1, 2025
⎯ Amy C. Polkes, DVM, DACVIM
Managing equine asthma often requires environmental changes and medical treatment.
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Cardiac Murmurs in Older Horses
July 27, 2025
⎯ Amy C. Polkes, DVM, DACVIM
This article can help you understand what it means and what to expect if your horse is diagnosed with a cardiac murmur.
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Does My Horse Have Narcolepsy or Sleep Deprivation?
April 11, 2025
⎯ Amy C. Polkes, DVM, DACVIM
Narcolepsy is rare in horses, but more common is sleep deprivation. This happens when they can't or won't lie down.
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