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Conformation of the Equine Pastern
February 20, 2026
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The angle and length of the equine pastern should provide shock absorption and prevent the ankle from touching the ground.
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What Happens When a Horse Undergoes General Anesthesia?
February 11, 2026
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Learn how equine anesthesiologists deliver anesthesia, manage pain, and monitor the patient before, during, and after surgery.
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Winter Care for Senior Horses
January 29, 2026
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Senior horses require specialized care to maintain their health and well-being during the cold months.  
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Horse Hoof Anatomy
January 20, 2026
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It's important to understand your horse's hoof anatomy so you can communicate clearly with your veterinarian and farrier.
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What Type of Feed Do You Give Your Senior Horse?
January 13, 2026
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Let us know in our poll!
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Equine Laminitis and Black Walnut Wood Residue
January 5, 2026
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Very small quantities of black walnut wood residue in shavings can cause laminitis in horses.
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Feeding Senior Horses According to Their Dental Health
January 2, 2026
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Learn about signs of failing dentition in older horse and how to adjust their diets accordingly.
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Why Should We Feed Horses Forage First?
December 24, 2025
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Learn how various components of the horse’s GI tract evolved to consume forage, and feed accordingly to prevent issues.
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My Senior Horse Anatomy & Physiology Diagrams
December 22, 2025
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My Senior Horse offers multiple diagrams that can help you learn or remember various anatomical features in your horses.
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When Do Owners Consider Horses Old?
December 18, 2025
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Survey results shed light on when owners consider their horses ‘old’ and how that affects management. 
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Focus on Senior Horse Longevity
December 11, 2025
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Help your senior horse live a longer, healthier life with these feeding and management tips.
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Study Reveals Horses Can Ingest Banned Steroid from Everyday Feedstuffs
December 8, 2025
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A two-year research investigation led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Australia revealed that horses can be exposed to a banned anabolic steroid (ecdysterone) through hay and pasture w...
Thoroughbred broodmare grazing
How to Assess the Health of Senior Mares and Stallions
December 2, 2025
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Equine reproduction specialist Dr. Karen Wolfsdorf explains how to evaluate senior mares and stallions to assess their general health.
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Listening to and Interpreting Equine Gut Sounds
November 28, 2025
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Learning how to listen to and interpret your horse's gut sounds can clue you and your veterinarian in to possible GI tract issues.
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Get to Know Senior Mounted Police Horses
November 14, 2025
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Meet three of the five senior horses that serve on the Kentucky Horse Park Mounted Police Unit.
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Colic Surgery in Senior Horses
November 11, 2025
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The outcome of colic surgery in aged equines has improved greatly in the last 20 years.
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Can I Breed My Older Mare?
October 29, 2025
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Veterinary reproduction specialist Dr. Maria Schnobrich explains some of the factors owners should consider before breeding their older mares.
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Adding Heat to Your Barn's Tack Room
October 27, 2025
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Heating a tack room requires some caution. Check out these tips from the experts at Animal Arts.
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Some Dos and Don’ts for Senior Horse Care
October 23, 2025
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These tips will help you ensure your beloved senior horses stay healthy and happy in their golden years. 
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Horse Hearing: What You Should Know
October 16, 2025
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Horses have excellent hearing because they can move their ears to hear sounds in almost any direction and in a wide range of frequencies. 
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Equine Arthritis: Exercise and Management Recommendations
October 9, 2025
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While equine arthritis can pose challenges for horses, it doesn’t necessarily mean the end of an animal's active life.
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Survey Responses and Samples Needed for UMN Pergolide Response in PPID Horses Study
October 6, 2025
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Researchers are seeking horses with PPID to enroll in a new study on how genetics affect pergolide treatment response.
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Caring for the Laminitic Horse on Stall Rest 
October 6, 2025
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Dr. Nicola Jarvis shares steps caretakers can take to ensure these horses don’t deteriorate mentally or physically while on prolonged box rest.
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What Is a Healthy Equine Joint? 
October 3, 2025
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Learn about healthy equine joint anatomy, age-related changes, and preventive measures that can keep joints healthy. 
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