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Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) in Donkeys
Researchers have developed a scoring system for systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) in donkeys, similar to the one used in horses.
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Understanding PPID, EMS, and Insulin Dysregulation in Horses
Dr. Edd Knowles describes the key differences between these three endocrine disorders that can develop in older horses.
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Joint Fluid Proteins Could Enable Early Detection of Equine Osteoarthritis
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Managing the Senior Performance Horse
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How to Recognize and Manage Equine Asthma
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Understanding Equine Aging and Life Expectancy
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Ponies
Senior ponies require careful daily management to stay healthy. Learn more from Dr. Shannon Pratt-Phillips in this podcast episode.
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Caring for a Herd of Aged Research Horses
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Vaccination Protocols for Senior Horses
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Caring for Senior Donkeys: Understanding Their Unique Needs
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Equine Muscle Mass: Detecting and Monitoring Changes
The muscle atrophy scoring system (MASS) was developed to help horse owners quickly and reliably detect reductions in muscle mass.
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The Importance of Routine Blood Testing for Senior Horses
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tooth Removal
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Why Proper Body Condition Is Essential for Senior Mares and Stallions
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Donkey Training and Behaviour Considerations
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Researchers Assess Safety and Efficacy of Canagliflozin in Horses With Insulin Dysregulation
In a recent study, the SGLT2 inhibitor canagliflozin showed promise as an adjunct treatment for reducing hyperinsulinemia in horses with insulin dysregulation.
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A New Tool for Monitoring Osteoarthritis Pain in Senior Horses
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Equine Asthma
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Understanding PPID: A Common Endocrine Disease in Senior Horses
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Nutritional Management Strategies for Horses With Insulin Dysregulation
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Feeding Older Horses That Are Easy Keepers
University of Kentucky researchers provide key feeding and management strategies for easy-keeping horses that are at increased risk of insulin dysregulation and laminitis.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Transitioning Senior Horses to Summer Feeding
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues
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Smart Feeding Strategies for the Overweight Horse
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips on Feeding Forage
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