Lameness

Prevent and treat equine lameness with advice from veterinarians. Find out how to detect lameness in horses, perform lameness first-aid, cure a stumbler, manage stocking up, and understand joint disease.

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Ask a Pro Q2: Hoof Packing

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Trivia Challenge: Troubleshoot Lameness

A cartoon drawing shows a horse’s front legs being drenched with cold water from a hose. “Icing” horses’ legs is good management!

Trivia Challenge: Are You Savvy About Icing Your Horse’s Legs?

An ill-looking cartoon horse has an icepack on his head and a thermometer in his mouth. Is it a red alert? Time to call the vet.

Trivia Challenge: Do You Know What Is—and Isn’t—an Equine Health ‘Red Alert’?

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Hock Fusion

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Ask a Pro: Hoof Care Responsibility

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Ask a Pro: Liniment & Poultice

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Trivia Challenge: Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage for Your Horse

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Troubleshoot Lameness

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30 Is the New 20 for Senior Horses

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Healthy, Strong Hoofs

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Best Shoeing Method for Low Heels?

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Reading Radiographs

Once you apply the tape to your horse you’ll want to activate the adhesive by rubbing the tape with your hand.

Let's Talk Tape

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Plan to Ride on Good Ground

Credit: Photo by Jennifer Paulson Given the right management and treatment, your arthritic horse may be able to continue to perform in his athletic career.

Q&A: Your Horse’s Arthritis