A horse’s temperature is a sign of its overall health. Sina Parsaye, DVM, of Parsaye Veterinary Services Inc., in Laporte, Colorado, walks us through the steps for taking a horse’s rectal temperature safely and effectively. A horse’s normal temperature ranges from 99.9-101.5 degrees F, and anything higher might warrant a call to your veterinarian.
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