When to Retire

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10 Ways to Recognize When Your Senior Horse Needs a New Job
Learn how to read the signs and make the necessary management adjustments for your senior horse's well-being. 
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Proactive Planning for Horse Retirement 
Senior horse retirement takes some planning; here are some tips to help you transition your horse from an active life to something different. 
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Horse study
About 40% of senior horses in the U.S. study were retired, and two-thirds were affected by a medical condition.
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5 Considerations for Equine Retirement
Just as we plan for our own retirement, we should consider when it is time for our beloved horses to do less or retire completely.
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6 Senior Horse Myths
Have you heard of these six senior horse myths? Let's debunk them in this article about caring for older equids.
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When Is a Horse Considered Old?  
The question of when a horse is considered old is an often-debated one in the equestrian community, but this article can help.
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Planning Retirement for an Older Horse
Since many equids live into their 20s or beyond, you need a plan for what your senior horse's life looks like as it ages.
READER FAVORITES
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Observation and Palpation of an Older Horse’s Limbs
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6 Senior Horse Myths
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Dental Problems in the Older Horse
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What You Should Know About Equine Osteoarthritis
POLLS & QUIZZES
FUN STUFF
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A Horse’s Sense of Touch
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Tips on Helping Your Horse Gain Weight Video
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Nutrition Advisor
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How to Apply a Standing Bandage on Your Horse Video
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