Supporting Older Horses
Through Winter
Did you know that geriatric horses over 20 years of age are more sensitive to changes in ambient temperature?
Winter is a tough season for our golden oldies. At Willinga Park Vet Hospital, we believe in providing the best possible care to our geriatric horses leading up to and during the colder months.
Gastrointestinal, respiratory, cardiac, endocrine and musculoskeletal problems can all increase with age, reducing your horse’s quality of life and making proactive management increasingly important as horses age.
Supporting Older Horses
How We Can Help
Every horse ages differently. Our team can help assess your horse’s health and wellbeing and provide guidance on ongoing management and care.
Veterinary Consultation
A consultation with our team to assess your older horse’s overall health and wellbeing.
Dental Examination
Supporting dental health as part of ongoing care for older horses.
Body Condition Assessment
Assessing condition and changes that may affect comfort, health and management.
Mobility Assessment
Supporting comfort and movement as horses age.
Tailored Management Plan
A practical plan designed around your horse’s individual needs.
Tailored Care
Ageing Affects Every Horse Differently
Our team at Willinga Park Vet Hospital is invested in helping owners develop tailored management plans to support the changing needs of older horses through every season.
For older horses, proactive care can make a real difference. Our team can help assess your horse’s changing needs and develop a tailored management plan to support their comfort, mobility and overall wellbeing.
Common Areas We Assess
Ongoing Support
From Teeth To Joints And Everything In Between
Every horse ages differently, which is why we take an individualised approach to ongoing geriatric care and management.
From teeth to joints and everything in between, our team is here to help guide owners through the ongoing care, monitoring and support that ageing horses may require.
Whether you are noticing subtle changes in your horse, wanting to proactively monitor their health through winter, or simply looking for guidance around optimal management as they age, our team is here to help.
Seasonal Care
Older horses can be more sensitive to changes in ambient temperature.
Comfort & Wellbeing
Supporting your horse’s comfort, mobility and quality of life as they age.
Proactive Management
Helping identify changing needs before they impact overall wellbeing.
Tailored Support
Individualised management plans for older horses through every season.
Talk With Our Team
Supporting Older Horses Through Every Season
To arrange a chat with our team regarding optimal care for your older horse, please contact Willinga Park Equine Vet Hospital.