Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Health and disease in older horses - what to know
By Paradis, Mary Rose·Published in The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice·2002·Department of Clinical Science, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Demographics of health and disease in the geriatric horse.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
This study looks at the health and disease patterns in older horses, which are often cherished companions for their owners. Many owners have had their horses for a long time and want to ensure they age comfortably and can still move around well. The research aims to identify key areas where more studies could improve the care and treatment of senior horses. The hope is that by understanding these demographics, we can better support the health of aging horses.
Abstract
Owners of older horses have generally owned them for a long time. They have developed a bond that is similar to that seen with companion animals. Their desire to have their animal(s) age gracefully with comfort and mobility has stirred research in the field of equine geriatric medicine. Equine geriatric medicine is to the first decade of the twenty-first century as neonatal medicine was to the 1980s. Hopefully, the demographics discussed in this article highlight area where research can be most helpful.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12516924/