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How to Maintain Excellent Horse Skin and Coat Health
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How to Maintain Excellent Horse Skin and Coat Health Skin and coat condition are a leading indicator of a horse's health Achieving that enviable shine or “glow” takes time, knowledge, a little luck, and a lot of work. Three main factors affect the horse’s skin and coat health: genetics nutrition environment Horse Genetics Genetics, for most horse owners that are not breeders, comes down to luck and mitigating any genetic disorder. Genetics primarily influences coat color, however some conditions affecting the skin and hair are thought to be hereditary. Adequate Nutrition Adequate nutrition is the building block for a healthy skin and...