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Does REM Sleep Affect Equine Learning?

September 28, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Researchers in Finland developed an on-farm test to determine whether REM sleep affects horses' learning abilities.

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How to Manage a Stall-Confined Senior Horse

September 25, 2026

⎯ Nancy S. Loving, DVM

Stall confinement impacts a horse's mental and physical health. Here's how to ensure your horse's time inside is healthier and happier.

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When Should You Start Feeding Your Horse Senior Feed?

September 23, 2026

⎯ Carly Sisson

Learn how to determine when it's time to switch your horse to a senior feed and how to make that change successfully.

Keep Aging Horses Strong: Understanding Muscle Mass and Protein

September 18, 2026

⎯ Kristine Urschel, PhD

Horses often lose muscle mass as they age, which can lead to reduced strength, decreased mobility, and a general decline in health.

Managing Appetite Loss Associated With PPID Treatment in Horses

September 17, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

About 30% of horses receiving pergolide mesylate for PPID suffer from appetite loss during early treatment.

My Senior Horse Podcast: The Role of the Equine Gut Microbiome

September 15, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

In this episode, Dr. Simon Daniels explains how the equine gut microbiome influences weight, behavior, and more.

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Researchers Evaluate How Human-Geriatric Horse Relationships Influence Care Decisions

September 11, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Researchers at Tufts University assessed how relationships between owners and their geriatric and non-geriatric horses influenced veterinary care decisions.

30 Years, One Extraordinary Horse-Human Bond

September 9, 2026

⎯ Christa Lesté-Lasserre

At 33, Dziunia has found a soft landing with the young stable hand who became her owner, advocate, and closest companion.

Senior Horses Prove Their Mettle at the 2026 FEI World Championships in Aachen

September 4, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Senior horses placed well in eventing, driving, show jumping, dressage, and para dressage.

Is Your Older Horse Getting Enough Sleep?

September 2, 2026

⎯ Christa Lesté-Lasserre

Physical pain and psychological factors might prevent senior horses from getting the sleep they need.

Understanding Equine Fecal Egg Count and Reduction Tests

September 1, 2026

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Fecal egg counts and reduction tests should be routine measures in your horse's parasite control program.

My Senior Horse Podcast: Joint Therapy Options for Senior Horses

August 31, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

In this episode, Dr. Kyla Ortved discusses various treatment options for joint disease in senior horses.

Senior Horse Leo Is Still Heeling With a Lion's Heart

August 24, 2026

⎯ Christa Lesté-Lasserre

Thanks to a lifetime of good care, this 25-year-old roping horse is still heeling steers and winning jackpots.

Managing Fertility Issues in Senior Stallions

August 21, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Senior stallions can be reproductively successful with the right management, according to specialist Dr. Karen Wolfsdorf.

My Senior Horse Podcast: Equine Vision Loss

August 17, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

In this podcast, Dr. Ann Dwyer explains the science behind equine vision loss and offers tips for managing blind horses.

What to Consider Before Buying Your First Senior Horse

August 14, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Owning your first senior horse comes with unique rewards and challenges. Learn what to expect and how to provide the best care for your aging equine.

Researchers Compare Cheek Tooth Extraction Outcomes in Older and Younger Horses

August 12, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

A new study found that cheek tooth removal in geriatric horses (20 years and older) was not associated with a higher rate of complications than in younger horses.

How to Recognize Early Signs of Joint Issues in Horses

August 7, 2026

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Recognizing early signs of joint pain and seeking timely veterinary attention are key to maintaining your equid's long-term health.

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Clinical Signs of PPID You Might Not Know

August 5, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Dr. Edd Knowles helps us understand common and not-so-common problems associated with PPID-positive equids.

Research Shows Senior Horses Heat Up Faster During Exercise

August 3, 2026

⎯ Christa Lesté-Lasserre

Senior horses have a harder time regulating their body temperatures while working, putting them at increased risk of overheating.

My Senior Horse Podcast: Effects of Laminitis on the Horse's Foot

July 31, 2026

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

In this podcast episode, Dr. Andrew van Eps discusses the changes that occur in the hoof when a horse develops laminitis and describes some early clinical signs and risk factors.