Resources

 
If you would like some advice or support relating to the care of your older horse, or are experiencing a sense of grief around the loss of a previous horse, then the following resources may be useful for you.
 
- The British Horse Society Advice and Information &  Friends at the End scheme
- The Blue Cross Pet bereavement support service
- World Horse Welfare Just in Case

You can also refer to the Common Conditions page for an overview of other health related issues relevant to older horses.

A link to the published article is available below:

Smith, R., Pinchbeck, G., McGowan, C., Ireland, J., & Perkins, E. (2021). Caring for the Older Horse: A Conceptual Model of Owner Decision Making. Animals, 11(5), 1309. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani11051309