They may not be the most popular pet in the United States, numbering 4,856,000 in 2014. They may not fit in our lap but they have a special place in the American heart. Horses have a mystique not matched by any other animal. Man started harnessing the power and grace of horses around 4000 B.C. They have been used for their speed, strength, have been beasts of burden and are hands down fabulous athletes. Caring for them requires a knowledgeable owner teaming with a dedicated veterinarian like my guest Dr. Claudia Sonder, Director of the Center for Equine Health at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

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