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March 19, 2026

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Although older horses typically have lower parasite egg counts, those with PPID and other health conditions often become high shedders who increase the overall parasite burden within the herd.

2024 AAEP Equine Parasite Control Guidelines Video

May 3, 2025

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Learn about equine parasite resistance and what you can do in this short video with Dr. Martin Nielsen.

Equine Parasite Fecal Egg Count Video

January 19, 2025

⎯ My Senior Horse Editors

Do you understand the fecal egg count and fecal egg count reduction test? Find out more from Dr. Martin Nielsen.

Equine Parasite Resistance Video

November 3, 2024

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

There are only four classes of equine dewormers, with the newest one on the market more than 40 years.

Equine Tapeworm Q&A

September 18, 2024

⎯ Kimberly S. Brown

Equine tapeworms are the number one parasitic pathogen among mature horses. Learn more from Dr. Martin Nielsen.

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New World Screwworm Update: What Horse Owners Need to Know

Horse owner touching her horse's hoof, potentially to monitor for signs of laminitis.

Understanding the Three Stages of Laminitis in Horses

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How Long Can a Horse, Pony, Donkey, or Mule Live?

Horse Teeth by Age

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Joint Fluid Proteins Could Enable Early Detection of Equine Osteoarthritis

Managing the Senior Performance Horse

My Senior Horse Podcast: Managing Senior Ponies

My Senior Horse Podcast: Tooth Removal

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