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Senior Horse Fitness: A Balancing Act
We can create a fitness plan that respects the senior horse's limitations while promoting its strengths.
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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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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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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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Equine Guelph Senior Horse Eye Education
Equine Guelph is shining a spotlight on eye health in senior horses during their annual Senior Horse Education Month.
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What Does Your Barn Mean to You?
Human language and memory are tied to a sense of place, and barns mean a lot to horse folks. Let’s explore four lessons learned from our barns, the “place of horses.”
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Controlled NSC for Senior Horses and Ponies
Horses with insulin dysregulation might be fed BUCKEYE™ Nutrition's new LOW 'N STEADY™ ration balancer designed for ID horses.
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KHP Mounted Police Senior Horses Video
Join Capt. Lisa Rakes of the Kentucky Horse Park Mounted Police to learn more about their senior police horses.
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A Look at Poor Performance in Horses
Poor performance in horses is often caused by pain or physical discomfort. Your veterinarian can help you get to the bottom of the issue.
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Call the Vet First, Search the Internet Later
The internet is a good resource for learning about horse care—but when your horse’s health is at stake, call the veterinarian first and surf the web later!
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My Senior Horse Video: Overweight Horse Management
In this video, Bryan Cassill, MS, MBA, gives us tips and advice on everyday management of overweight horses. Cassill is the Commercial and Formulations Manager for Mars Horsecare and BUCKEYETM Nutrition. (Editor’s...
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Electric Fencing for Senior Horses
Properly used, electric fencing is highly effective at containing horses. Check out these tips!
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EDCC and Equine Guelph Release Biosecurity Risk Calculator 2.0 
Horse farm and facility owners can calculate, manage, and minimize biosecurity threats to horses with this tool.
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Using the 'CRAAP' Test to Decipher Senior Horse Information
The CRAAP test can help you determine if what you are reading—no matter the source—is reliable information for you and your horses.
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Footing for Equine Arenas and Round Pens
There are many materials you can use for footing in an equine arena or round pen. Some of the materials are used in combination. Check out these tips on footing from Animal Arts.
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A Guide to Mature Donkey Castration
Dr. Joe Collins of The Donkey Sanctuary in the UK helps owners and veterinarians understand how castration of the donkey is different from horses.
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Nancy Link and MSU Announce Equine Laminitis Collaboration
A gift from horsewoman Nancy Fair Link will enable construction and fund operation of a center dedicated to equine laminitis research.
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Clinical Challenges for Senior Horses: Perspectives from an Equine Practitioner in Denmark
An equine practitioner from Denmark discusses the issues she sees in senior horses and offers tips for managing older equids.
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Caring for Senior Horses in Hot Climates
With over 25 years dedicated to advancing the nutrition and well-being of equids, Coby Bolger is a leader caring for senior horses in Spain.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Horses and the Science of Harmony
Dr. Sue Dyson wants to help us learn how to use science to know more about the horse.
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The Complexities of Caring for Our Older Horses
There is a lot that goes into keeping older horses happy and healthy through their active years and into retirement.
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The Global Trade in Donkey Skins
The global trade in donkey skins is a threat to the world's population of working equids and the livelihoods of those who rely upon them.
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Welcome to the My Senior Horse Podcast!
Learn more about the passionate people who are behind the launch of My Senior Horse, focused on aged horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules.
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Equine Network, LLC, Launches MySeniorHorse.com to Support Senior Equids
MySeniorHorse.com is a new website dedicated to the care and welfare of horses, donkeys, and mules aged 15 years and older.
READER FAVORITES
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Researchers Establish New Metabolic Parameters for Mules
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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Horse Teeth by Age
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Horse Digestive System Diagram
POLLS & QUIZZES
FUN STUFF
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Would Your Horse Prefer You Over a Stranger?
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Do Equine Acoustic Ear Covers Work?
Woodchip paddock enrichment
My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Herds Part 3
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Survey Reveals Emotional and Practical Challenges in Managing Horse Weight
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