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In this podcast episode, Dr. Amy Polkes discusses equine asthma, including risk factors, diagnostics, treatment and management strategies, and more.

New Research Offers Insights into Donkey Disease and Behavior

Research on feral donkeys in Southern California can help us better understand their domesticated relatives.

The University of Kentucky's Aged Horse Research Program

9 Tips for Summer Senior Horse Care

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Vaccination Protocols for Senior Horses

Nutritional Management Strategies for Horses With Insulin Dysregulation

Normal Aging →

Caring for Senior Donkeys: Understanding Their Unique Needs

When caring for senior donkeys, it’s crucial to know their normal behaviour and to be able to recognize subtle signs of stress or discomfort.

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Senior Horses Might Face Greater Risk for Certain Eye Conditions

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Do Senior Horses Have Different Stress Responses to Short-Term Transport Than Young Horses?

6 Senior Horse Myths

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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues

Management & Care →

How Are Owners Caring for Senior Horses? German Survey Offers Insights

The survey results reveal patterns in management practices and might inform future research or discussions on care strategies for older horses.

New Vaccine Shows Promise in Protecting High-Risk Horses From Strangles

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Saddle Fitting for Senior Horses: What Changes With Age?

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Prepare and Protect Horses from Wildfires

My Senior Horse Podcast: Transitioning Senior Horses to Summer Feeding

Diseases & Conditions →

Understanding PPID: A Common Endocrine Disease in Senior Horses

Up to 20% of horses aged 15 and older are affected by PPID, also known as equine Cushing’s disease. In this video, Dr. Cosette Faivre shares more information about this common endocrine disorder.

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Equine Laminitis: Can You Spot the Signs?

Do Senior Horses Require Surgery to Manage Musculoskeletal Pain?

How to Wrap Your Horse's Hock

Common Front Limb Conformational Faults in Horses

Nutrition →

How to Choose the Right Hay for Your Overweight Horse

While some horse owners might worry about feeding alfalfa, it could be the right choice for overweight senior equids.

My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips on Feeding Forage

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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices

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My Senior Horse Podcast: Winter Care for Senior Horses

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

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9 Tips for Summer Senior Horse Care

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Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses

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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.