Gallop Poll: How Do You Handle the First Sign of Lameness?

If your horse pulls up mildly lame, what are your first moves? Do you like to observe and watch for further problems? Try cold or heat therapy? Maybe see if he just needs some down time? Take our poll, and let us know!

What are your go-to moves when you notice lameness? Tyurina/adobe.stock.com

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