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April 18, 2024

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Equine Nutrition Basics: Protein, Vitamins, and Minerals
January 13, 2025
⎯ Nettie Liburt, MS, PhD, PAS
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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Second Careers for Broodmares Video
January 12, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
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...
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Joint Issues in Horses 
January 11, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
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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Nancy Link and MSU Announce Equine Laminitis Collaboration
January 10, 2025
⎯ Edited Press Release
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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Farrier Knowledge of Equine Endocrine Diseases
January 10, 2025
⎯ Kimberly S. Brown
Farriers/hoof professionals are familiar with PPID and EMS, but they would like more owner education for managing equine endocrine cases.
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
January 9, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
The question of when a horse is considered old is an often-debated one in the equestrian community, but this article can help.
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Planning Retirement for an Older Horse
January 8, 2025
⎯ Merry Smith, MA, VetMB, PhD, DipECVS, AECVDI, MRCVS
Since many equids live into their 20s or beyond, you need a plan for what your senior horse's life looks like as it ages.
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Planning for the End of Your Horse's Life
January 7, 2025
⎯ Merry Smith, MA, VetMB, PhD, DipECVS, AECVDI, MRCVS
Planning the logistics for the end of your horse's life will make it easier on you, your horse, and those around you.
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