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Managing Horses With Neck Arthritis

Haylie Kerstetter July 24, 2024

Drs. Howland Mansfield and Steve Adair explain how owners can keep horses with neck arthritis comfortable in light work.

Diagnosis: Equine Joint Disease

Matt Leshaw, DVM July 19, 2024

Veterinarians have a number of methods at their disposal for treating and managing equine osteoarthritis. Learn about the different therapies and how they work.

Equine Joint Care Strategies

Haylie Kerstetter July 11, 2024

Two experts answer your questions about equine osteoarthritis, the No. 1 cause of poor performance in horses. Sponsored by American Regent Animal Health.

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Bryan Waldridge, DVM, MS, Dipl. ABVP, ACVIM May 30, 2024

Can supplements improve a senior horse’s joint health once he has started showing signs of stiffness? One expert weighs in.

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Senior Horses: Handle With Care

Chris White, DVM May 29, 2024

Equine osteoarthritis often develops subtly and is a common result of aging. Learn how a horse’s joints inevitably wear with age and how to keep him comfortable.

Keeping Arthritic Senior Horses Comfortable

Sarah Welk Baynum May 28, 2024

Maintain an exercise regimen, address your horse’s weight, and explore medication options to help keep your senior horse sound. 3 Penn Vet experts explain why.