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My newborn foal is badly knock-kneed. What can I do?

Last Updated: September 29, 2006

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The deviated limbs of many foals born with an angular limb deformity will straighten in a short period of time on their own and will not require treatment. What age is your newborn foal? As the foal ages, if the angular limb deformity either remains static or worsens, treatment may be required through the assistance of a veterinarian.

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