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Managing the Senior Performance Horse
Many senior horses continue to compete at the highest levels, but they might require additional maintenance to remain sound and comfortable.
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Why Proper Body Condition Is Essential for Senior Mares and Stallions
In this video, Dr. Karen Wolfsdorf explains how body condition affects reproductive performance in senior mares and stallions.
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Hoof Care for Senior Horses, Donkeys, and Mules
Hoof care for senior horses, donkeys, and mules requires knowledge, patience, and consistency.
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Understanding PPID: A Common Endocrine Disease in Senior Horses
Up to 20% of horses aged 15 and older are affected by PPID, also known as equine Cushing’s disease. In this video, Dr. Cosette Faivre shares more information about this common endocrine disorder.
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9 Tips for Summer Senior Horse Care
Check out these nine ideas to keep your senior horses, donkeys, and mules comfortable and healthy this summer. 
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How to Choose the Right Hay for Your Overweight Horse
While some horse owners might worry about feeding alfalfa, it could be the right choice for overweight senior equids.
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How to Palpate a Horse's Back to Check for Pain
In this video, Dr. Sina Parsaye explains how to palpate a horse's back to check for pain and identify its location.
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What's Your Favorite Thing About Owning a Senior Horse?
Let us know in our poll!
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How to Wrap a Horse's Hoof
Learn how to properly wrap a horse's hoof from Dr. Sina Parsaye.
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My Senior Horse Awards to Be Presented at 2026 APHA World Championships
High-point senior horses in Open, Amateur, and Youth divisions will receive a special prize package sponsored by My Senior Horse in partnership with Linda Mars and the Mars portfolio of equine-focused...
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Do Senior Horses Require Surgery to Manage Musculoskeletal Pain?
Surgery for musculoskeletal issues in senior horses is not common, but it can be a last resort for alleviating pain.
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How to Wrap Your Horse's Hock
The horse's hock is notoriously difficult to wrap. In this video, Dr. Sina Parsaye provides step-by-step instructions.
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Common Front Limb Conformational Faults in Horses
These diagrams illustrate common front limb conformational faults in horses and the stresses they place on the limb.
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Management Tips for Former Broodmares
If your horse was previously a broodmare, she might require some additional care and maintenance.
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Common Causes of Lameness in Older Horses
Osteoarthritis and soft tissue disease are common causes of lameness that can affect senior horses' quality of life.
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Smart Feeding Strategies for the Overweight Horse
Helping your horse lose weight requires decreasing calories in the diet and increasing exercise.
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
Various factors influence how horses age, including their breed and individual health status.
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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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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.
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Advice for Breeding Maiden Senior Mares
Senior mares that have never had a foal often have issues getting pregnant and carrying to term.
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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.
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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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Winter Care for Senior Horses
Senior horses require specialized care to maintain their health and well-being during the cold months.  
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Horse Hoof Anatomy
It's important to understand your horse's hoof anatomy so you can communicate clearly with your veterinarian and farrier.
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New World Screwworm Update: What Horse Owners Need to Know
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Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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Horse Teeth by Age
POLLS & QUIZZES
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Meet the Winners of the Inaugural My Senior Horse High-Point Awards
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Joint Fluid Proteins Could Enable Early Detection of Equine Osteoarthritis
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Ponies
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