Dr. Brian Nielsen describes what osteochondritis dissecans is, what causes it, and how it can affect horses during their lifetimes.
A veterinarian describes some subtle signs to watch for that might point toward your horse having joint discomfort.
A veterinarian explains what to pay attention to when treating a horse that has PPID or EMS for joint discomfort.
A veterinarian recommends starting with a forage-based diet for optimal equine joint health.
Find out how to keep your horse’s joints feeling and moving their best in our podcast. Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim.
A veterinarian says both age and breed can affect a horse’s predisposition to insulin resistance.
Insulin moves glucose from the blood into muscle and other tissue, but sometimes the process doesn’t go smoothly.
A veterinarian explains the relationship between high insulin and laminitis in horses.
An equine veterinarian explains the risks of breeding an insulin-resistant mare.
Discover tips for managing horses with insulin resistance in the archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Wellness Ready.
Will a senior diet negatively affect a young horse? Two equine nutritionists agree it likely won’t.
Dr. Carrie Shaffer of the University of Kentucky describes how in vitro models will help us better understand how we can prevent and fight disease in horses.
Finding a boarding facility that can accommodate senior horses’ needs can be tricky, but these tips from Drs. Kelly Vineyard and Shannon Pratt-Phillips can help.
Typically, grass has less sugar overnight and in the early morning than during the day.
Start by analyzing what your horse is eating when evaluating whether you’re meeting his nutritional goals.
Learn about feeding your senior horse in this archived recording of our podcast. Sponsored by Purina.
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