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Jackie Potts

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Jackie Potts
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Spot The Signs

Could you spot these signs of lameness in your horse?

This short quiz is educational, not diagnostic. It helps you check what you already know and learn what vets often ask owners to look for.

  • Spot subtle signs that can look like behaviour, stiffness or something “just not quite right”
  • Learn the language to describe what you are seeing in plain English
  • Understand what information helps your vet decide what to do next
Start the Quiz
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Owner-first guides to help you notice patterns, reduce worry and feel prepared for your next vet visit.

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What are the risks of not getting a lameness diagnosis?

Article 10 Jul 2026
Treating without diagnosing can work. But it can also mean months of time, money and effort spent managing a problem rather than solving it, while the underlying cause quietly becomes harder to treat.
Carina Northern Carina Northern

What are the risks of not getting a lameness diagnosis?

Article 10 Jul 2026
Treating without diagnosing can work. But it can also mean months of time, money and effort spent managing a problem rather than solving it, while the underlying cause quietly becomes harder to treat.
Carina Northern Carina Northern

Proximal suspensory injuries in horses

Article 24 Jun 2026
Proximal suspensory injuries are a common cause of lameness and poor performance in horses. Clinical signs can vary depending on whether the forelimbs or hindlimbs are affected, and a thorough lameness examination is essential to localise the source of pain.
Chrysanthi Pitaouli Chrysanthi Pitaouli
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