Today, horses and ponies are living longer than ever before, partially owing to advances in veterinary medicine, but also owing to the willingness of owners to keep elderly equines into retirement. This book provides the owner with a wealth of advice and information on all aspects of care including feeding, keeping at grass and in the stable, vaccinations and worming programmes, dental care, insurance, shoeing, exercise, saddle fitting and retirement options. There is a veterinary section and an illuminating and practical section on euthanasia.

Like people, horses are living longer these days, making their care a special challenge. The older horses can be an exceptionally good value -- his experience, bloodlines, and training a great asset. This book helps the horse owner keep the animal in his prime and deal with his special needs.Eleanor M. Kellon, noted veterinarian and author, presents information about purchasing, caring for and conditioning older horses. She discusses their special problems and dealing with their retirement. Includes detailed charts for feeding and de-worming; care for aging broodmares; and special attention needed for the various physiological systems of an older horse. This is an invaluable aid to everyone with an older horse or considering the purchase of a veteran performer.

"The complete book of senior equine management and first aid"--Cover.

Designed for senior horse owners - A must have for any horse owner! This book is a must have for any horse owner, especially senior horses. As a horse ages, his/her care changes and it is important to adjust their feed and care accordingly. This handy log book has everything you need to record the pertinant information regarding your horse's management. Whether your horse needs to gain weight, lose weight, or maintain current body condition, this log book can help you track everything to attain the perfect management program for your horse. 42 pages in a handy sized 6x9 notebook that is perfect for keeping in your purse or barn Add a name and photo of your horse on the inside 10 custom pages to log feeding and weight management 8 custom pages to log exercise 6 custom pages to log farrier visits and feet care 6 custom pages to log deworming protocol and administration 4 custom pages to log veterinary visits, vaccinations, and dental program Blank lined pages at the end to customize your own notes

This is the concise, easy-to-use version of Dr. Lewis's Equine Clinical Nutrition, Feeding and Care. It includes a full-color section identifying toxic plants and provides practical information on the diversified effects of different nutrients, feeds and supplements on a horse's athletic performance, reproduction, growth, hooves, appetite, behavior and disease. The book can help prevent common, but expensive problems in horses of all ages.