July 7, 2010
How to Care For the Aged Horse
When looking after an older horse it is important to pay careful consideration to factors related to age. The main areas affected by aging are the musculoskeletal system; depending on the career the horse has had this can include stretching of the postural ligaments, weakening of the thoraco lumbar area of the back leading to a hollow back, and a breaking back of the hoof/pastern axis to name a few.
