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Equine Nutrition Basics: Protein, Vitamins, and Minerals
Proper equine nutrition looks at the requirements of a horse for protein, minerals, trace elements, and vitamins in the total diet.
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Joint Issues in Horses 
Being aware of joint issues in horses and seeking timely veterinary attention is key to maintaining your equid's long-term health.  
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Farrier Knowledge of Equine Endocrine Diseases
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
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Planning Retirement for an Older Horse
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Planning for the End of Your Horse's Life
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Clinical Challenges for Senior Horses: Perspectives from an Equine Practitioner in Denmark
An equine practitioner from Denmark discusses the issues she sees in senior horses and offers tips for managing older equids.
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The Complexities of Caring for Our Older Horses
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Navigating Equine Euthanasia 
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10 Ways to Recognize When Your Senior Horse Needs a New Job
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Understanding Aging Equines 
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Second Careers for Broodmares Video
In this video, Dr. Rachel Doenges gives us some tips on taking a broodmare and giving her a second career. Doenges is a veterinarian at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. (Editor’s note: The content of this video is the expert’s approach to the topic. Please consult with your...
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Caring for Senior Horses in Hot Climates
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Horses and the Science of Harmony
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Deworming Senior Horses Video
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Nancy Link and MSU Announce Equine Laminitis Collaboration
A gift from horsewoman Nancy Fair Link will enable construction and fund operation of a center dedicated to equine laminitis research.
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Equine Laminitis: Can You Spot the Signs?
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A Guide to Equine Body Condition Scoring
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Feeding the Donkey
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How to Perform Neurological Tests on Your Horse Video
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Choosing Hays for Overweight Horses Video
While horse owners worry about feeding alfalfa, it could be the right choice for overweight senior equids.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Nutrition Advisor
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10 Keys to Equine Gut Health
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Equine Laminitis: Can You Spot the Signs?
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Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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Caring for Senior Horses in Cold Weather 
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Senior Horse Loss of Appetite
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My Senior Horse podcast will present new episodes every other week throughout the year. We’ll cover topics ranging from new senior horse research, to diseases and conditions that affect seniors, to management tips for senior horses, donkeys, and mules.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Horses and the Science of Harmony
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Donkeys and Mules
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Nutrition Advisor
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Horse study
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Twas the Night Before Christmas for Horse Owners
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The Jockey Club Announces Mare Incentive Program
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