Senior Horse Care
Super Senior Horse Care
It’s estimated that 17 percent of horses in this country are over 20 years old. Today, the average horse in…
Ask the Vet: EOTRH
Q: The vet was just out to look at my 20-year-old horse, who’s become difficult to bridle, picks at his…
Embracing Retirement
I've been thinking a lot lately about the role I play in my horse's life. I've been his only rider…
Why Senior Horses Need Fall Dental Check-Ups
By Henrietta Coole, Equine Guelph With winter around the corner, now is the time for a dental check-up and nutritional…
Senior Horses Rule
Senior horses really are the champions of their species. These are the mounts that are the bombproof schoolmasters helping shape…
The Truth About Equine Cushing’s Disease
Cushing’s disease is a complex and yet relatively common condition in horses. While it does require medical intervention, this…
Ask the Vet: Time to Retire
Q: What are some signs that your horse needs to retire? What type of lifestyle can you create for a…
Elder Care for Equines at Duchess Sanctuary
In Oakland, Oregon, the 1,120 acre Duchess Sanctuary is home to 196 horses and donkeys rescued from public lands, slaughter,…
Prep Your Senior Horse For Winter
iStock/Thinkstock Winter is frequently considered the hardest season for senior horses to weather. With its harsh temperatures and icy…
Honoring Our Aging Equines: This Old Horse
"These horses owe us nothing,” says Nancy Turner, founder and president of This Old Horse, a rescue and sanctuary…