Recognizing the Signs of Pain and Discomfort in your Horse part 4 of 4

As with everything, these few hints are guidelines for you as a horse owner to help you recognise when something is wrong with your horse. Do not be afraid to ask questions and insist on getting them answered. You are your horse’s advocate – your horse relies on you to get the help he/she deserves.

The conditions listed here are the more common ones seen in everyday work, but there are many other conditions that could cause your horse to show these changes.

The first, most immediate thing you can do is ensure that all the gear is fitted correctly and not causing your horse any discomfort or undue pressure.

Every horse compensates differently, but if something changes behavior wise or body wise please get your horse checked by your veterinarian or other qualified professionals that understand and can help your horse with the issues it is dealing with.

If one thing is not working you might need more people on board to help your horse. One person cannot know everything, but the pain can also come from different areas and you might need your vet, your farrier and other therapists working together for a good outcome.