Horse Leg Checks: What to Look for Before You Reach for Product
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Leg checks should happen before product choice. A rider needs to feel, compare, and observe before deciding what the horse needs.
Keep Draw It Out® horse care, horse recovery and liniment picks, and clean towels near the post-ride station.
What to look for
- Heat, swelling, filling, cuts, rubs, or boot marks.
- Differences between matching legs.
- Changes in movement, stance, attitude, or sensitivity.
Use K&D tools and ShowBarn Secret® grooming setup to clean before checking, and barn and stable supplies to keep the station ready.
FAQ
When should I call a vet?
Call for lameness, major swelling, wounds, strong heat, sudden pain, or fast change.
Should I compare legs?
Yes. Compare left to right and compare to what is normal for that horse.