Senior horse care

When Your Old Horse is Struggling with Weight: What to Do Aged horses (and this can mean 19 in some, 30 in others) […]

Advances in equine health care have extended the potential lifespan of senior horses. What should you expect as yours grows older?

Do you have a special spot in your heart for a senior horse? Keeping a horse into his senior years can be a rewarding experience, but senior horses also require some special care to make

Having trouble keeping your senior horse in good condition? Get nutrition tips for senior horses in this article! Keep your aging horse healthy and happy!

When conditioning an older horse it is important to have a plan. This is because they have a different set of needs and requirements than younger horses.

Do you every feel behind the eight ball in keeping up with senior horse issues? Seems like every time I think I have a handle on a certain medical condition, I find out that I actually don't have all the answers. I might get into a groove, thinking I've got this management thing down. I'm…

Caring for an arthritic horse doesn't need to be as hard as it sounds. With these tips, your senior horse can live happily and without pain.

Do you know what changes you should make to your horses' routine as they age? Here are 5 tips to help your senior horses live their best possible life.

Scientific advances have helped horses live longer healthier lives, but caring for old horses can take a toll. A study from the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University confirms what many dedicated horse owners have long known: Caring for a geriatric horse with a chronic health condition can be a significant physical and emotional burden. Nonetheless, the study respondents indicated they were willing to face these obstacles to help their horses.

Senior horses need more TLC in the winter than your average horse. Because they can’t handle the cold, blanketing is essential to ensure they stay warm and healthy during the colder months. In this blog, we will go over why senior horses have different blanketing needs, how to choose the right blanket, signs your senior horse needs a blanket, and common mistakes to avoid when blanketing your senior horse.