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What to Consider Before Buying Your First Senior Horse
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.
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Researchers Compare Cheek Tooth Extraction Outcomes in Older and Younger Horses
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.
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Research Shows Senior Horses Heat Up Faster During Exercise
Senior horses have a harder time regulating their body temperatures while working, putting them at increased risk of overheating.
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Joint Fluid Proteins Could Enable Early Detection of Equine Osteoarthritis
Researchers have identified key proteins in joint fluid that could improve the early diagnosis and treatment of equine osteoarthritis.
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Managing the Senior Performance Horse
Many senior horses continue to compete at the highest levels, but they might require additional maintenance to remain sound and comfortable.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Ponies
Senior ponies require careful daily management to stay healthy. Learn more from Dr. Shannon Pratt-Phillips in this podcast episode.
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Understanding Equine Aging and Life Expectancy
As senior horses age, they experience both normal and unhealthy aging changes, as well as an increased risk of age-related diseases.
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How Much Weight Can a Senior Horse Carry?
Senior horses might have lower weight-bearing capacities than younger horses due to factors such as reduced muscle mass and years of wear and tear.
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How Old Is Too Old for a Horse to Compete?
Consider your individual horse's behavior, health, and riding discipline when deciding if and how often to keep showing.
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Caring for a Herd of Aged Research Horses
Learn about the daily care that goes into managing a herd of senior horses and common age-related conditions the team at the University of Kentucky's Aged Horse Research Program sees.
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Vaccination Protocols for Senior Horses
Senior horses still need vaccinations, even if they are no longer leaving the farm. Learn more from Dr. Kate Christie in this video.
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Caring for Senior Donkeys: Understanding Their Unique Needs
When caring for senior donkeys, it’s crucial to know their normal behaviour and to be able to recognize subtle signs of stress or discomfort.
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How Owners and Veterinarians Recognize and Manage Chronic Pain in Senior Horses
How horse owners recognize and manage pain in horses was the subject of research in the U.K.
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Senior Horses Might Face Greater Risk for Certain Eye Conditions
Horses 16 and older might have a higher risk of developing glaucoma and a kind of superficial, chronic corneal ulcer, a new review suggests.
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Do Senior Horses Have Different Stress Responses to Short-Term Transport Than Young Horses?
Short-term transportation causes an acute stress response in horses, which is particularly relevant for seniors with metabolic disorders.
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6 Senior Horse Myths
The equine aging process is sometimes misunderstood. In this article, we debunk six common myths about senior horses.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Feeding Senior Horses With Dental Issues
Learn how to feed senior horses with a variety of dental issues in this podcast episode featuring Drs. Pat Harris and Nicky Jarvis.
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
Various factors influence how horses age, including their breed and individual health status.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Dental Issues
In this podcast episode, Dr. Jack Easley explains various types of dental disease in senior horses and strategies for managing them.
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Relationships Between Senior Horses and Their Owners Influence Management Decisions
The relationships owners develop with their horses over time influence how they interpret change and make management decisions as their animals age.
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Exercise
Dr. Sue Dyson recommends owners observe their senior horses before, during, and after exercise to notice signs of discomfort.
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4 Misconceptions About Senior Horses With Swaybacks
Lordosis (aka swayback) in older horses might look dramatic, but it’s usually not associated with pain or welfare issues.
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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices
Discover what the latest science reveals about providing appropriate care for senior horses.
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Caring for Senior Horses' Joints in Cold Weather
Dr. Sue Dyson offers advice for how to manage senior horses with joint issues during cold weather.
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Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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What to Consider Before Buying Your First Senior Horse
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Researchers Compare Cheek Tooth Extraction Outcomes in Older and Younger Horses
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Effects of Laminitis on the Horse's Foot
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Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS) in Donkeys
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