When to Retire

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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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How to Throw a Retirement Party for Your Horse
When 28-year-old Scotty retired from his long-held position as a saintly lesson horse, his owner threw a celebration. Here’s how to honor the special horses in your life when it’s time for them to ret...
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Senior Horse Science
Check out these selected studies on aging equines to learn more about their care.
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Reasons and Risk Factors for Horse Retirement
The reasons for retiring horses are diverse, but horse health problems appear to be the number one most common reason. This study found multiple risk factors for horse retirement, including female sex...
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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.
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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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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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