Presentation by Lisa M Janssen
Developmental joint disease in horses usually < 1 yr old Bone malformation causing pain
Mulitfactorial –Rapid Growth or Development –Nutritional Imbalance –Inheritability –Hormonal Imbalance –Trauma and Exercise
Equine OCD is a manageable condition Contact your Veterinarian Consult a certified Equine Nutritionist
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