Senior Horse Care Guides & Kits
Practical buyer guides and care kits for senior horses: starter kits, new owner checklists, Cushing's and arthritis kits, winter care, first aid, and hard-keeper feeding.
Senior Horse Care Starter Kit
The essentials for caring for an older horse: easy-chew feed, joint support, fly and weather protection, grooming, and first aid, all in one place.
Read guide →New Senior Horse Owner Checklist
A practical checklist for new owners: first vet and dental exams, essential equipment, feeding, vital signs, quarantine, and herd introductions.
Read guide →Best Amazon Finds for Horse Owners
The most useful everyday horse supplies: slow-feed hay nets, grooming kits, fly masks, hoof supplements, vet wrap, and easy-chew treats.
Read guide →Gifts for Horse Owners
Thoughtful, practical gift ideas for horse people, with picks suited to senior horse owners: grooming kits, easy-chew treats, fly masks, and books.
Read guide →Cushing's Care Kit for Horses
A practical kit for managing PPID: low-sugar feeding, grazing control, laminitis prevention, coat and fly management, and supportive supplements.
Read guide →Arthritis Care Kit for Senior Horses
Joint supplements, soothing liniments, hoof support, blanketing, and weight and movement management to keep an arthritic senior comfortable.
Read guide →Winter Care Kit for Senior Horses
Waterproof blankets, heated water, easy-chew feed, tank de-icers, and salt to keep an older horse warm, fed, and hydrated through winter.
Read guide →Equine First Aid Kit Essentials
Build a complete first-aid kit: thermometer, antiseptic, wound care, bandaging, and a reference guide, plus normal vital signs and when to call the vet.
Read guide →Best Products for Hard Keeper Horses
Help a hard-keeping senior gain and hold weight with easy-chew complete feeds, soakable hay cubes, fat supplements, and a safe forage-first plan.
Read guide →How Long Do Horses Live?
Most horses live 25 to 30 years, and many reach their 30s. Learn the average horse lifespan, what affects it, and how to help a horse live a long, healthy life.
Read guide →What Age Is a Senior Horse?
Horses are generally considered senior at 15 to 20 years and geriatric around 20. Learn the senior age range, the signs, and how care should change.
Read guide →How Old Is Too Old to Ride a Horse?
There is no fixed age that is too old to ride. Soundness and comfort matter more than years. Learn how to judge whether an older horse can still be ridden.
Read guide →When Should You Retire a Horse?
Retire a horse based on soundness and health, not age. Learn the signs it is time, how to retire gradually, and how to care for a retired horse.
Read guide →Can You Ride a 25-Year-Old Horse?
Yes, many 25-year-old horses can be ridden in light work if sound and comfortable. Learn how to ride a senior horse safely and when to ease off.
Read guide →Signs Your Horse Is Getting Old
From graying and stiffness to weight loss and coat changes, learn the signs your horse is getting old, what is normal aging, and when to call your vet.
Read guide →How Long Do Ponies Live?
Ponies often live 30 to 35 years, longer than most horses. Learn pony lifespan, why they live longer, and how to care for an aging pony.
Read guide →How Long Do Miniature Horses Live?
Miniature horses typically live 25 to 35 years and often reach their 30s. Learn mini lifespan, common senior health risks, and how to care for an old mini.
Read guide →How Long Do Draft Horses Live?
Draft horses typically live 18 to 22 years, shorter than lighter breeds. Learn why, and how to care for an aging Clydesdale, Shire, or Percheron.
Read guide →Is a Horse Too Old to Buy?
No age is automatically too old to buy. Learn the pros and cons of buying a senior horse, what to check in a pre-purchase exam, and how to choose well.
Read guide →Senior Horse Care Kit Essentials
- Complete Senior Feeds - Easy-to-chew nutrition for older horses and hard keepers
- Joint Supplements - Glucosamine and chondroitin support for arthritic seniors
- First Aid Kits - Be ready to stabilize problems and treat minor issues
Senior Cat Wellness & Care Planner
10 printable worksheets to track your aging cat's health, meds, vet visits, mobility, nutrition, and quality of life.
Get the Planner for $39