Some horse, cattle breeds predisposed to cataracts

Jul 17, 2025
Jul 17, 2025

horse with cataracts — A horse with senile cataracts that presented for a dental. The horse is visual and the cataracts will be monitored.
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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz

Tri-State Neighbor Columnist

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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz

Just like in people, cataracts are a common cause of visual impairment in horses. Cattle can be born with or develop cataracts as well. Here’s what you need to know.

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Lainie Kringen-Scholtz, DVM, is veterinarian and owner of True North Veterinary Health in Wentworth, S.D. Reach her at truenorthveterinaryhealth@gmail.com or PO Box 117, Wentworth, SD 57075.