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Checking a horse's legs for hot spots

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Next, the veterinarian feels the horse's front legs for hot spots. Feel up and down the leg to see if there any areas of the leg that feel warmer than the surrounding tissue. Also feel for bumps or lumps that may indicate an injury.
How to check for saddle soreness
How to check the digital pulse
How to use the hoof tester


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