Older Horse Care Concerns

Cushing’s Disease

Dr. Erin Denney-Jones provides information about Cushing’s Disease, or pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID).

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A Refresher on Horse Processing in the United States

Caring for Horses Through Life and Death

Considering end-of-life decisions for your horse ahead of time will help minimize the unpleasantness inherent in these events and serve to provide optimal care for your horse.

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Hair Coat Conundrums

Hair Coat Conundrums

Each of your horse’s hairs speaks volumes about his overall health, nutrition status, and genetic makeup.

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Feeding the Picky Pre-PPID Horse

Feeding the Sick Horse

Dr. Ginger Rich of Rich Equine Nutritional Consulting in Eads, Tenn., discusses feeding practices for horses with ulcers, respiratory disease, laminitis, and more.

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