Weight Management

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Donkey Body Condition Score
Our friends at The Donkey Sanctuary help us understand the basics of body condition score for a donkey.
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Tips on Helping Your Horse Gain Weight Video
There are many reasons that your horse might need to gain weight. Here are some tips from Dr. Yvette Nout-Lomas.
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Senior Horse Loss of Appetite
Loss of appetite in your horse can be a sign of other issues, so you need to get to the root cause of the underlying problem.
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Research on Ponies and Slow Feeders
Researchers in Italy looked at how to feed ponies to reduce wastage and improve slowing feed intake.
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Treats for Overweight Horses
Many horse owners would like to give their "pudgy" equids treats as part of a reward, stretching, or just as a relationship builder. You can give treats, but read on to learn more about best practices...
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Keep Aging Horses Strong: Understand Muscle Mass and Protein
Older horses can lose muscle mass as they age, especially with an underlying condition. Learn how horses build muscle.
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How Much Does My Horse Weigh?
There are several methods to determine how much your horse weighs. These include scales, weight tapes, and weight calculations described in this article.
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Top Tips When Using Grazing Muzzles
Grazing muzzles are tools that can be useful with equids that are overweight or have some issue that require they have restricted intake of fresh forage.
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
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6 Senior Horse Myths
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Dental Problems in the Older Horse
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What You Should Know About Equine Osteoarthritis
POLLS & QUIZZES
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A Horse’s Sense of Touch
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Tips on Helping Your Horse Gain Weight Video
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Nutrition Advisor
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How to Apply a Standing Bandage on Your Horse Video
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