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Obesity in horses is known to increase their risk of metabolic disorders and places an increased strain on their internal organs, especially in work. Dr. Luke Bass of Colorado State University, in Fort Collins, explains why obesity might also accelerate the development of osteoarthritis and degenerative joint disease.
This podcast is an excerpt of our Ask TheHorse Live Q&A, "Maintaining Senior Horse Joints." Listen to the full recording here.