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Research on Senior Horse Health Offers Insights Into Best Management Practices
February 27, 2026
⎯ Sarah Nelson
Discover what the latest science reveals about providing appropriate care for senior horses.
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Prebiotics for Horses
May 15, 2024
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
Prebiotics are dietary fibers that feed the microbes in the horse’s GI tract, promoting the health of these ‘beneficial bugs.’ 
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Probiotics In Horse Diets
May 7, 2024
⎯ My Senior Horse Editors
Probiotics for a horse, donkey, or mule can play a role in maintaining the gut microbiome and enhancing overall health. 
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