Let’s face it, horses can be injury, illness or accident prone and some lucky individuals have problems with all three. It’s important that any horse owner know their mount and be able to recognize problematic signs.
Healthy Signs
Making sure you know your animal is step number one. Knowing their behavior and habits is essential to recognizing signs of trauma, lameness or illness. This video outlines some basics to look for when checking your horse over.
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How To Care For A Horse: Recognising Signs Of Ill Health
Ask Your Vet
The only person who should know more about your horse than you is your vet. Be sure to ask them questions about what to look for in your animal specifically. The best way to know your animal is to spend time observing them in their down time.