June 2005

Lameness On Simmer

Like a pot ready to boil, all your horse’s sore limb needs is one further strain to become a full-blown lameness.

If you catch signs something’s amiss, you can begin treatment sooner.

Most lameness problems have been simmering at a low level for a while before they become apparent. And, chances are, you may have detected the problem before it got out of control. Early detection means less down time and a better prognosis.

There are many hints and clues that can alert you to a problem before it becomes serious. While accidental injuries can happen, and work and age do take their toll on a horse’s legs, you can minimize the chances of a horse having major lameness problems by locating any conformational weaknesses and being alert to the early warning signs that something is wrong. …