July 30, 2024

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scratching base of withers Dr. Sue Dyson
'Feel-Good' Horse Touch, Such As Scratching
Use stroking, scratching, and massage for bonding, inducing relaxation, and potentially a ‘feel good’  factor.
equine parasite control guidelines video
2024 AAEP Equine Parasite Control Guidelines Video
Learn about equine parasite resistance and what you can do in this short video with Dr. Martin Nielsen.
Welsh ponies
My Senior Horse Podcast: Insulin Dysregulation
Management of insulin dysregulation in equids is life-long and focuses on diet and exercise.
PPID owner survey
Owner Knowledge of PPID
Results of a global survey were used to investigate what horse owners know—and don’t know—about PPID (Cushing’s disease).
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Horse Barn Insulation and Ventilation
Good barn ventilation is critical to horse and human health.
dusty riding arena
Bacteria in the Air of Indoor Riding Arenas
Researchers looked at bacterial burdens in the air of four German indoor riding arenas to show exposure of horses and humans.
fly spray can keep your horse comfortable
8 Tips to Decoding a Fly Spray Label
Make sure the fly spray you select for your horses, donkeys, or mules is designed to do the job you need with ingredients you want.
poor performance bucking horse from back English rider
A Look at Poor Performance in Horses
Pain or physical discomfort is often the cause of poor performance in horses. Your veterinarian can help you get to the bottom of the issues.
broodmares video
Management Tips for Former Broodmares
If you have a riding horse or rescue that previously was a broodmare, check out this video for management tips.
pasture horses grazing
Safe Pastures and Paddocks
Pasture turnout is good for horses, but there are precautions owners need to take to ensure those areas are safe.
fat horse in field PPID ID research
New PPID Research Receives Special Recognition
Research on PPID, ID, and pergolide treatment shed some light on treatment and management of affected horses.
horse eye squint tear
My Senior Horse Podcast: Eye Problems
Equine eye specialist Dr. Nicole Scherrer helps us understand common eye issues in horses.
grazing muzzle on gray horse
Top Tips for Using Equine Grazing Muzzles
Grazing muzzles are tools that can be useful with equids that are overweight or have some issue that require they have restricted intake of fresh forage.
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Senior Horse Science
Check out these selected studies on aging equines to learn more about their care.
PPID senior horses Kim Sawyer
Help Researchers Understand Equine PPID
Collaborative research will study genetic variants in the treatment success of horses with PPID, and researchers need information from horse owners.
narcolepsy horse fetlock lesions
Does My Horse Have Narcolepsy or Sleep Deprivation?
Narcolepsy is rare in horses, but more common is sleep deprivation. This happens when they can't or won't lie down.
horse weight how to measure
My Senior Horse Video: How to Measure Horse Weight
Bryan Cassill of Mars helps you understand how to measure your horse's weight and offers tips and advice to reaching a weight goal.
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Horse Feed Ingredients—Quality Not Just Quantity
This article can help you understand how certain feed ingredients can determine the quality of your horse's feed.
rainrot on a pony
All About Rainrot in Horses
Rainrot can cause serious skin problems. However, you can take steps to prevent or control this issue in your horses. Remember to protect yourself and your other equids when rainrot does rear its head....
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Is Your Senior Horse Overweight, Underweight, or in Good Condition?
Let us know in our online poll!
new drugs could treat insulin dysregulation in horses
Possible New Equine Insulin Dysregulation Treatments
Researchers have been studying drugs that could be used to treat insulin dysregulation in horses, ponies, and donkeys.
British ponies laminitis risk
Assessing Your Animal's Risk of Laminitis
Laminitis can affect any age or breed of horse, there are many potential causes, and there are things owners can do to help.
hairy horse with PPID
Owner Understanding of PPID in Horses
A research project sought to determine how horse owners make decisions regarding treatment and management of PPID-positive horses.
barn aisle flooring brushed concrete
Flooring in Horse Barns
Flooring in horse barns is important no matter the age of your equid. However, senior horses sometimes aren't as sure-footed due to arthritis or other issues. This means the flooring you choose for your...
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Welsh ponies
My Senior Horse Podcast: Insulin Dysregulation
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Horse Teeth by Age
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Equine Laminitis: Can You Spot the Signs?
horse dental issues
Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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FUN STUFF
equine parasite control guidelines video
2024 AAEP Equine Parasite Control Guidelines Video
fly spray can keep your horse comfortable
8 Tips to Decoding a Fly Spray Label
broodmares video
Management Tips for Former Broodmares
horse eye squint tear
My Senior Horse Podcast: Eye Problems
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