When to Retire

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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 Exercise
Dr. Sue Dyson recommends owners observe their senior horses before, during, and after exercise to notice signs of discomfort.
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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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Planning Retirement for an Older Horse
It is essential to plan for what your older horse's life will look like when he needs to step down from ridden work.
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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 retire....
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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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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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Study: Older Horses Might Outperform Mature Horses in Showjumping
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Tips For Equine Weight Gain Through Increased Body Fat
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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?
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Horse Teeth by Age
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What Senior Horse Owners Need to Know About Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)
Equine Lameness Check
Common Causes of Lameness in Older Horses
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Smart Feeding Strategies for the Overweight Horse
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My Senior Horse Podcast: Senior Dental Issues
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