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A Look at Poor Performance in Horses
Pain or physical discomfort is often the cause of poor performance in horses. Your veterinarian can help you get to the bottom of the issues.
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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....
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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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2025 Equine Industry Survey from AHP
Please provide your opinions and information to help give the equine industry a baseline to compare how our industry is doing compared to previous survey responses.
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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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Twas the Night Before Christmas for Horse Owners
I wanted to share this takeoff of Clement Clark Moore’s ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ as a bit of fun for all of you who manage and love horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules! Twas the...
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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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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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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. As an architect, I’m drawn to understand the magic of place, and I love to share it with others. In this article,...
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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.
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Bacteria in the Air of Indoor Riding Arenas
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A Look at Poor Performance in Horses
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New PPID Research Receives Special Recognition
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Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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8 Tips to Decoding a Fly Spray Label
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Management Tips for Former Broodmares
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Eye Problems
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Senior Horse Science
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