Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 28, Issue 11 , Pages 619-626 , November 2008

The Problem Mare: Management Philosophy, Diagnostic Procedures, and Therapeutic Options

  • Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Dipl ACT

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Patrick M. McCue, DVM, PhD, Dipl ACT, Equine Reproduction Laboratory, Colorado State University, 3194 Rampart Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80523.

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PII: S0737-0806(08)00339-0

doi: 10.1016/j.jevs.2008.10.009

Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 28, Issue 11 , Pages 619-626 , November 2008

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