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Managing Anhidrosis in Horses
It's a steamy summer afternoon and you set out on a trail ride with a friend. After half an hour her horse is drenched with sweat, but your horse is dry. Which of you should be concerned? Surprising as it seems, you may have more to worry about than she does. Sweat is a good thing it helps your horse get rid of excess body heat. No sweat could be an indicator of anhidrosis.
Sweating is a key component in a complex system that allows your horse to regulate his body temperature. If that system goes haywire, the results can be serious. How can you make sure your horse's sweating mechanism is working smoothly, and how can you help him if it's not? | Read more »
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