March 27, 2026

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Mückenplage auf der Pferdeweide
West Nile Virus Transmission Within Mosquito Populations Poses a Risk to Horses
Research shows mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus within their populations, underscoring the need for horse owners to control mosquito breeding areas.
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Factors That Can Affect a Horse’s ACTH Test Results
Measuring ACTH is the most common test for diagnosing and monitoring horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).
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Relationships Between Senior Horses and Their Owners Influence Management Decisions
The relationships owners develop with their horses over time influence how they interpret change and make management decisions as their animals age.
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Anatomy of the Equine Carpus and Metacarpus
Learn about the anatomy and physiology of the horse's knee and lower front leg in this article.
Wurmkur Pferd
Tips for Deworming Senior Horses
Although older horses typically have lower parasite egg counts, those with PPID and other health conditions often become high shedders who increase the overall parasite burden within the herd.
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Giving Older Horses a Second Chance
Inside the Kentucky Equine Adoption Center’s work with senior and companion horses.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Exercise
Dr. Sue Dyson recommends owners observe their senior horses before, during, and after exercise to notice signs of discomfort.
laminitis horse laying down in stall
When Equine Laminitis Strikes 
If you suspect laminitis in your horse, here's what you should and shouldn't do while you wait for your veterinarian to arrive.
Lordosis photo
4 Misconceptions About Senior Horses With Swaybacks
Lordosis (aka swayback) in older horses might look dramatic, but it’s usually not associated with pain or welfare issues.
Tierärztin bei einer Augenuntersuchung am Pferd
Watch for Eye Complications in Older Horses After General Anesthesia
Older horses and those undergoing longer procedures are at increased risk of corneal abrasions for 48 hours after surgery.
Pregnant mare
Advice for Breeding Maiden Senior Mares
Senior mares that have never had a foal often have issues getting pregnant and carrying to term.
Horse colicking
Researchers Identify Risk Factors for Strangulating Lipoma Colic in Horses
Strangulating lipoma obstruction is often deadly in horses without surgical intervention. Researchers aimed to identify risk factors for this serious condition.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips on Feeding Forage
Forage is the foundation of any horse's diet, and that is especially true for senior equids.
Senior pinto gelding with brown and white coat standing outdoors in soft autumn light
Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices
Discover what the latest science reveals about providing appropriate care for senior horses.
old horse joints with blanket in snow
Caring for Senior Horses' Joints in Cold Weather
Dr. Sue Dyson offers advice for how to manage senior horses with joint issues during cold weather.
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Senior Equine Hind Limb Lameness and Longevity
Dr. Tracy Turner explains some common causes of hind limb lameness in senior horses and offers advice on how to promote longevity in these equids.
equine pastern conformation faults
Conformation of the Equine Pastern
The angle and length of the equine pastern should provide shock absorption and prevent the ankle from touching the ground.
Palomino horse grazing in a pasture with a white fence
Are We Overlooking Pain in Senior Horses? Lessons from Owner-Veterinarian Conversations
While pain is often part of owners’ underlying concern about their senior horse, it is rarely the explicit reason horses are presented to veterinarians.
winter horse care hauling hay to horse in field
My Senior Horse Podcast: Winter Care for Senior Horses
Equine nutritionist Bryan Cassill offers us tips on helping our senior equids fare better in winter weather.
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Canagliflozin Shows Promise as a Long-Term Treatment for Insulin Dysregulation in Horses
Preliminary results from an ongoing study indicate that horses treated with canagliflozin have sustained decrease in postprandial insulin responses over two years without severe side effects related to...
Animal Hospital
What Happens When a Horse Undergoes General Anesthesia?
Learn how equine anesthesiologists deliver anesthesia, manage pain, and monitor the patient before, during, and after surgery.
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Senior Horse Fitness: A Balancing Act
We can create a fitness plan that respects the senior horse's limitations while promoting its strengths.
horse human relationship
Would Your Horse Prefer You Over a Stranger?
Researchers studied whether horses prefer their owners over strangers using reunion and odor tests.
mule ridden in mountains metabolic parameters
Researchers Establish New Metabolic Parameters for Mules
New research shows that mules have distinct metabolic profiles and lipid metabolism compared to horses.
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laminitis horse laying down in stall
When Equine Laminitis Strikes 
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
Horse teeth
Horse Teeth by Age
horse dental issues
Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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FUN STUFF
Mückenplage auf der Pferdeweide
West Nile Virus Transmission Within Mosquito Populations Poses a Risk to Horses
White horse legs close up
Anatomy of the Equine Carpus and Metacarpus
Wurmkur Pferd
Tips for Deworming Senior Horses
Visibility age 16
Giving Older Horses a Second Chance
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