Unsoundness and Blemishes Flashcards
A defect in form or function that affects usefulness of function that affects usefulness of horse is called …
Unsoundness
What are the two types of unsoundness?
Working and Breeding
A deviation in structure that does not affect usefulness is called a …
Blemish
Name some of the unsoundnesses and blemishes that can be found on the head.
- Blindness
- Periodic opthalmia (moon blindness)
- Overshot/ undershot jaw
- Poll evil
- Wobbler
Name some of the unsoundnesses and blemishes that can be found on the Withers and Shoulders.
- Fistulous withers
- Sweeney
Name some of the unsoundnesses and blemishes that can be found on the front legs.
- Bucked shins
- Ringbone
- Splints
- Navicular disease
- Wind puffs
- Capped elbow
Name some of the unsoundnesses and blemishes that can be found on the hind legs.
- Stifled
- Stringhalt
- Curb
- Bog spavin
- Bone spavin
- Thoroughpin
Where can you look for warning signs of unsoundness and blemishes? (not physically located on the animal)
- Change in posture
- Performance clues
Changes of posture include …
- Pointing the foot on one side
- Leaning backwards or forwards
- Resting one foot on the toe
Performance clues include …
- Clumsiness, tripping
- Gait irregularity
- Rough up/down transitions
- Refusals or uncooperative
Lameness Examination on the Farm: Examine the horse for lameness in _______.
Motion
Lameness Examination on the Farm: Front end lameness is indicated by …
A head bob
Lameness Examination on the Farm: Hind end lameness is indicated by …
Hip elevation
Lameness Examination on the Farm: What increases the symptoms of lameness?
- Walking
- Trotting
- Working in circles
Lameness ExaminationVeterinary Professional: What test is done by veterinarians to detect lameness?
Flexion test
