Senior Horse Care Guide: How to Keep Your Aging Horse Comfortable, Sound, and Thriving

Draw It Out®

Senior Horse Care Guide

Older horses earn the easy button. This guide keeps them comfortable, confident, and moving well with barn-simple steps and sensation-free products—no menthol burn, no alcohol sting, no perfume. Show-safe when used as directed.

Quick-Start Checklist

  • Warm up patiently: 10–15 minutes of hand-walk or light lunge before work.
  • Cool calmly: whole-body IceBath™ after work; let air dry—no rinse.
  • Target hot spots: CryoSpray® on tendons and large muscles; even coverage.
  • Support daily: thin, even layer of Draw It Out® 16oz Gel on legs/major muscles; wrap if desired.
  • Skin stays gentle: fragrance-free care—RESTOREaHORSE® or Rapid Relief Cream on clean, dry skin.
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Daily Mobility & Comfort Routine

AM | Loosen & Protect (3–5 minutes)

  1. Hand-walk/light lunge to wake up joints.
  2. Apply a thin, even layer of 16oz High Potency Gel on legs and large muscle groups.
  3. Wrap or boot if your program calls for it; keep gear clean and dry.
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Post-Work | Cool & Reset (3–6 minutes)

  1. IceBath™ whole-body cool: dilute 1:10 to sponge or use RTU spray; let air dry—no rinse.
  2. CryoSpray® over lingering heat (tendons, stifles, hamstrings, back); even coverage, let dry.
  3. Light layer of 16oz Gel on legs/major muscles; optional standing wraps overnight.
IceBath™ 32oz RTU CryoSpray® 24oz

Spot-test new routines. Keep products out of eyes and open wounds. Dress for weather—don’t let seniors chill after cooling.


Weekly Rhythm (Simple Planner)

Day Focus Actions
Mon Reset AM Gel on legs/back · Post-work IceBath™ + CryoSpray® · Optional wraps
Tue Build AM Gel · Light hillwork or poles · Post-work IceBath™ · Skin check
Wed Mobility AM Gel · Stretch/hand-walk day · RESTOREaHORSE® or Rapid Relief on any skin areas
Thu Work AM Gel · Normal ride · Post-work IceBath™ + CryoSpray®
Fri Lighten Short ride/turnout · Skin tidy (no-rinse IceBath™ 1:10 sponge-on wash)
Sat Show/Trail AM Gel · Cool-down routine · Wraps as your program prefers
Sun Recovery Walk day · IceBath™ if warm/humid · Hoof/skin check
Consistency beats intensity

Situational Playbook

Hauling Day

  • Before loading: thin layer of 16oz Gel on legs; boot/ship wraps.
  • On arrival: CryoSpray® over hot areas; then walk out.

Heat & Humidity

  • Prioritize IceBath™ post-work; sponge 1:10 or RTU spray; no rinse.
  • Watch respiration; add shade/fans; hydrate.

Cold Snaps

  • Limit water exposure; towel off quickly; blanketing as appropriate.
  • Use 16oz Gel for support when skipping wet cool-downs.

Skin Flare-Ups

  • Clean, dry area; apply RESTOREaHORSE® (liqui-gel salve) or Rapid Relief Cream 1–2× daily.
  • Keep wraps/pads clean and dry; avoid perfumes or dyes.
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Dilution & Application Quick-Ref

Product Use How To
IceBath™ Full-body cool / no-rinse wash 1:10 sponge or RTU spray; let air dry—no rinse
CryoSpray® Targeted hot spots Even coverage until damp; let dry
16oz High Potency Gel Daily legs & major muscles Thin, even layer; wrap if desired
RESTOREaHORSE® Skin challenges Clean/dry skin; thin layer 1–2× daily
Rapid Relief Cream Gentle skin support Feather-thin layer on clean/dry skin; set before gear

Red Flags — Call Your Vet

  • Acute lameness, non-weight-bearing, or sudden swelling/heat
  • Open/deep wounds, punctures, or eye involvement
  • Persistent fever, lethargy, or appetite changes
  • Skin lesions that worsen or fail to improve

Topicals support comfort; they don’t replace veterinary diagnosis or care.


FAQ

Is this guide show-safe?
Yes. Our formulas avoid typical show-restricted ingredients and are suitable for FEI/USEF environments when used as directed. Always follow your association’s current rules.
How often can I use these products on a senior?
Daily use is common—especially during training or show weeks. Adjust to workload and your horse’s response.
Do these burn, tingle, or smell strong?
No. Our topicals are sensation-free and fragrance-free—no menthol burn, no alcohol sting, no dyes or perfume.
Can I wrap over Draw It Out®?
Yes. Apply a thin, even layer and wrap or boot as desired. Keep wraps clean and dry; check legs at each change.
What’s the fastest “good enough” routine?
After work: IceBath™ (full-body) → CryoSpray® (hot spots) → thin layer of 16oz Gel. Three minutes, big difference.

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