January 11, 2024

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Diagnosing Equine Laminitis 
Laminitis in horses, mules, and donkeys can be a life-threatening emergency. Here are tips on what to watch for and tell your veterinarian.
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Donkey Body Condition Score
Our friends at The Donkey Sanctuary help us understand the basics of body condition score for a donkey.
older horse PPID
What is PPID and Why Should We Care?
If you have a senior horse, there is a good chance you will have to test and treat for PPID at some point. Learn more with this article.
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
Owners of senior equids should learn more about observing their animals and understanding what they see and feel, especially in horse limbs.
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What is Equine Laminitis?
Equine laminitis is a painful condition of a horse’s foot that can cause lameness and perhaps result in euthanasia.
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A Horse’s Sense of Touch
The horse’s sense of touch is very acute, and there are more sensitive areas of which horse owners should be aware. 
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Treating Equine Laminitis 
Treating laminitis in equids relies on immediate cold therapy, ongoing hoof care, treatment of inciting causes, and dietary modifications. 
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Horse Stall Design Basics
Here are some tips from an equine architect to help you use the best horse stall designs for your situation.
READER FAVORITES
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
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6 Senior Horse Myths
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Dental Problems in the Older Horse
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What You Should Know About Equine Osteoarthritis
POLLS & QUIZZES
FUN STUFF
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A Horse’s Sense of Touch
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Tips on Helping Your Horse Gain Weight Video
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Nutrition Advisor
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How to Apply a Standing Bandage on Your Horse Video
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