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SEASONAL CARE FOR ARTHRITIC HORSES

Warm weather may be lingering, but if you’ve got an older horse with arthritis, it’s not too soon to begin formulating a plan to help him cope with the challenges of the winter ahead.

Here are three things you can do to help keep your older, arthritic horse healthy and comfortable as winter conditions set in.

A huge selection of joint-support supplements are available. It can take several weeks for the effects to “kick in,” so now is the time to think about choosing one---conferring with your veterinarian if necessary. Also, new formulations come on the market each year. If your horse has already been on a supplement, review what’s now available to ensure that it’s still the best