Kimberly S. Brown

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My Senior Horse Podcast: Transitioning Senior Horses to Summer Feeding
In this episode, equine nutritionist Vanessa Allen explains how to safely transition senior horses from winter to summer feeding programs.
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Do Senior Horses Have Different Stress Responses to Short-Term Transport Than Young Horses?
Short-term transportation causes an acute stress response in horses, which is particularly relevant for seniors with metabolic disorders.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Owner Recognition of Equine Emotions
Dr. Kris Hiney and colleagues created an online course to help horse owners recognize and interpret equine behavior.
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Understanding EOTRH: A Common Dental Disease in Senior Horses
This progressive, painful dental disease affects an estimated 25–30% of horses over 25.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues
Learn how to feed senior horses with a variety of dental issues in this podcast episode featuring Drs. Pat Harris and Nicky Jarvis.
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What Senior Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
Equine metabolic syndrome is a constellation of clinical signs and risk factors that increase a horse’s risk of developing hyperinsulinemic laminitis.
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Study: Older Horses Might Outperform Mature Horses in Showjumping
In a recent study, horses aged 14-20 obtained better showjumping competition results than those aged 8-13.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Dental Issues
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jack Easley explains various types of dental disease in senior horses and strategies for managing them.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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Would Your Horse Prefer You Over a Stranger?
Researchers studied whether horses prefer their owners over strangers using reunion and odor tests.
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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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My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Herds Part 3
In part three of this podcast and article series on managing senior horses in herds, we focus on horses' social, nutritional, and exercise requirements.
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Researchers Develop a Human-Equine Attachment Scale
Researchers developed a new Human–Equine Attachment Scale to better understand the bonds between humans and their equine companions.
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Senior Horse Learning and Retention Research
Researchers assessed the learning and short- and long-term memory abilities of senior horses versus adult horses.
senior horse herd
My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Herds Part 2
In the second part of this podcast series, Drs. Nicky Jarvis and Pat Harris discuss nutrition and feeding strategies for senior horses in herds.
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Donkey Domestication, Physiology, and Disposition
Donkeys and mules are different from horses in their physiology and behavior. If you are new to owning or managing donkeys or mules, seek out experienced handlers for advice.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Herds Part 1
In this first of a three-part podcast series on managing senior horses in herds, we look at introducing horses to a herd.
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Quick Tips to Manage Snow and Ice on Your Horse Property
These tips will help you manage snow and ice on your horse property.
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Prepare and Protect Horses from Wildfires
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Transitioning Senior Horses to Summer Feeding
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How Owners and Veterinarians Recognize and Manage Chronic Pain in Senior Horses
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Senior Horses Might Face Greater Risk for Certain Eye Conditions
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My Senior Horse Awards to Be Presented at 2026 APHA World Championships
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Do Senior Horses Require Surgery to Manage Musculoskeletal Pain?
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Owner Recognition of Equine Emotions
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How to Wrap Your Horse's Hock
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