MSU Extension Warns Horse Owners About Toxic Red Maple Leaves

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LENAWEE CO. — As fall leaves begin to cover pastures, Michigan State University Extension is warning horse owners about a seasonal risk.

Statewide Equine Extension Educator Tom Guthrie explains:

That was Tom Guthrie with Michigan State University Extension. He reminds owners that fresh leaves are less dangerous, but horses should still avoid them.

Guthrie says keeping enough pasture forage and cleaning up fallen leaves can help reduce the risk.