Senior Horse Care
Senior Horses: Older but Wiser
There’s no doubt that horses learn a lot from humans. But there are also times when horses clearly learn from…
Exercise for Senior Horses
Certainly as humans age, we take it easy. Maybe running marathons is out, but mall walking is in. Or skiing…
The Top Health Issues in Older Horses
Just like with people, certain diseases and conditions affect horses at different ages. As your horse ages, training your eye…
Nutrition Tips for Senior Horses
As your horse ages, his nutritional needs will change. Providing your senior horse with the right nutrition is key…
Gallery: 27 Wonderful Senior Horses
It's no secret that we love senior horses here on HorseChannel. Some of them are safe, reliable teachers for beginning…
The Scoop on Senior Horse Nutrition
As your horse nuzzles you over the fence, you reflect on how long you’ve had him in your life and…
Ask the Vet: Cushing’s Disease and Cracked Hooves
In our Ask the Vet column, Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions at horseillustrated.com/AskTheVet. Got a question for…
Tendon Injuries in Older Horses
As horses age, their tendons become stiffer and are less able to resist repetitive loading. New research into how tendons…
Forage for Senior Horses
Q: I know senior feeds contain a forage replacer for horses with difficulty chewing and digesting hay, but it doesn't…
Ask the Vet: Dressage Training for an Arthritic Horse
Dr. Lydia Gray answers your horse-health questions in our Ask the Vet series. Q: I’ve been doing dressage with my…