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Hoof Management
Skin, Mane and Tail
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
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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Clean and Treat Minor Equine Wound Video
In this video, Dr. Christine Johnson walks you through cleaning and bandaging a minor equine wound.
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Some Dos and Don’ts for Senior Horse Care
Here are some quick tips to check off to ensure you are giving your aging equine the care he or she deserves. 
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Coat Changes and Immune System Shifts in Senior Horses
In this article, we discuss senior horse coat changes and how they correlate with the horse's immune system, particularly as they age.
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Hoof Care for Senior Horses, Donkeys, and Mules
Hoof care for senior horses, donkeys, and mules requires knowledge, patience, and consistency of hoof management.
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How to Recognize and Treat Thrush Video
Thrush is a common hoof issue in horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules. While often associated with unsanitary conditions, thrush can occur in horses living in pristine environments.
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How to Remove a Loose Shoe Video
In this short video, Sina Parsaye, DVM, of Parsaye Veterinary Services in Colorado, gives us a step-by-step visual of how to re-clinch or remove a loose shoe.
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8 Health Issues for Horses in Summer
In this article, we cover 8 health concerns that your equids might face. These include anhidrosis, bruised hooves, conjunctivitis, dehydration, insect bite hypersensitivity, heat stress, photosensitization,...
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How to Wrap a Horse's Hoof Video
Owners often have to learn how to wrap a horse's hoof. This can be due to the horse having an abscess or injury to any area of the hoof. The wrap can help support the injury site and keep medication in...
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10 Tips for Senior Horse Summer Care
Check out these 10 ideas to keep your senior horses, donkeys, and mules comfortable and healthy this summer. 
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Horse Hoof Anatomy
Horse hoof and foot anatomy is important, especially if you are trying to understand what your veterinarian or farrier is telling you.
READER FAVORITES
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
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6 Senior Horse Myths
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Tips on Feeding Older Horses with Dental Issues
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Caring for Senior Horses in Cold Weather 
POLLS & QUIZZES
FUN STUFF
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Feeding Fats to Horses Video
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A Guide to Mature Donkey Castration
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Equine Parasite Fecal Egg Count Video
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Tips from 2024
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