Study: Most Senior Horses Have Eye Problems

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“You’ve owned your senior horse for a long time. You’ve been through ups and downs with him, and it’s clear as day when he’s not feeling his best. But do you know how well he can see and if he’s developed ocular disease? Recent study results suggest it’s not easy for owners to spot eye problems in old horses: Owners reported that fewer than 4% of the study horses had some sort of ocular disease, but, in fact, researchers determined that nearly 90% of them did….”

Read about the full study here.

POST DATE: 11/28/2018

Keep Our Herd Cool this Summer

Texas heat is hard on our entire herd, but especially for our seniors like Jericho here. Older equines struggle with regulating their body temperature, have trouble breathing, and can become dehydrated quickly. The cost of caring for them adds up fast — can you send a gift and help us prep for the season?

Photo of Jericho