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Signs of Aging

6 Senior Horse Myths

The equine aging process is sometimes misunderstood. In this article, we debunk six common myths about senior horses.

Common Causes of Lameness in Older Horses

Osteoarthritis and soft tissue disease are common causes of lameness that can affect senior horses' quality of life.

Horse owner touching her horse's hoof, potentially to monitor for signs of laminitis.

Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses

Overweight horse eating hay from a haynet.

Smart Feeding Strategies for the Overweight Horse

Study: Older Horses Might Outperform Mature Horses in Showjumping

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When Is a Horse Considered Old?

Normal Aging →

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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues

Learn how to feed senior horses with a variety of dental issues in this podcast episode featuring Drs. Pat Harris and Nicky Jarvis.

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Relationships Between Senior Horses and Their Owners Influence Management Decisions

My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Exercise

4 Misconceptions About Senior Horses With Swaybacks

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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices

Management & Care →

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What Senior Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)

Equine metabolic syndrome is a constellation of clinical signs and risk factors that increase a horse’s risk of developing hyperinsulinemic laminitis.

West Nile Virus Transmission Within Mosquito Populations Poses a Risk to Horses

Tips for Deworming Senior Horses

Giving Older Horses a Second Chance

Advice for Breeding Maiden Senior Mares

Diseases & Conditions →

Commonly Asked Questions About Strangles in Horses

With Strangles Awareness Week beginning on May 4, 2026, Redwings veterinarian Dr. Nic de Brauwere looks at why this common and challenging disease deserves its own focus and how we can offer our horses the best protection.

Factors That Can Affect a Horse’s ACTH Test Results

Anatomy of the Equine Carpus and Metacarpus

When Equine Laminitis Strikes

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Watch for Eye Complications in Older Horses After General Anesthesia

Nutrition →

My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips on Feeding Forage

Forage is the foundation of any horse's diet, and that is especially true for senior equids.

Canagliflozin Shows Promise as a Long-Term Treatment for Insulin Dysregulation in Horses

My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Herds Part 2

Understanding Ration Balancers for Senior Horses

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Why Should We Feed Horses Forage First?

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Study: Older Horses Might Outperform Mature Horses in Showjumping

Tips For Equine Weight Gain Through Increased Body Fat

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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?

Horse Teeth by Age

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MY SENIOR HORSE PODCAST

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.

My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues