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Types of Fungal Diseases Found in Horses You Have to Know

Do you know that there are over 70,000 species of fungi? Among that number of fungi species, there are only 50 species that can cause diseases in animals and humans. There are 4 classes of them: superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, and deep mycosis. Superficial fungi affect the skin, cutaneous fungi attack the skin and the hair, […]

Common Causes of Patchy Hair Loss in Horses

Horses lose hair just like other animals and there are several causes. It can be caused by insects, bacteria, skin infection, heat, medical conditions, or even allergies. Horses can also be itch and rub irritated areas creating some bald spots. Patchy hair loss can be permanent or temporary and it can also affect bot the […]