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Equine Arthritis: Exercise and Management Recommendations
October 9, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
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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What Is a Healthy Equine Joint? 
October 3, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
Learn about healthy equine joint anatomy, age-related changes, and preventive measures that can keep joints healthy. 
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Horses and the Science of Sleep
September 22, 2025
⎯ Sue Dyson, MA, Vet MB, PhD, DEO
Learn more about the importance of sleep for optimal equine welfare in this video from the producers of Horses and the Science of Harmony.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Equine Sleep Deprivation
July 1, 2025
⎯ Kimberly S. Brown
Dr. Amy Polkes helps us understand sleep deprivation and narcolepsy and how they can affect senior horses.
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How to Recognize Early Signs of Joint Issues in Horses 
January 11, 2025
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
Being aware of joint issues in horses and seeking timely veterinary attention is key to maintaining your equid's long-term health.  
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
December 7, 2024
⎯ Sue Dyson, MA, Vet MB, PhD, DEO
Owners of senior equids should learn more about observing their animals and understanding what they see and feel, especially in horse limbs.
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How to Wrap a Horse's Hock Video
October 27, 2024
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
Dr. Sina Parsaye gives you simple instructions on how to wrap a horse's hock in this video.
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Could miRNAs Predict OA and OCD?
August 19, 2024
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
The molecules miRNAs are present in blood and joint fluid and might serve as early predictors for OA and OCD in horses.
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Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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