Do horses get shot when they break a leg, and if so, why? Do horse’s legs not heal well?

Original question: Do horses get shot when they break a leg, and if so, why? Do horse's legs not heal well? The thing is; a horse is a very big animal and they can't lie down for long periods o…

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