I noticed a slight resistance when Tessi is lunged to the right. I suspect a problem in the right hind leg. I have noticed a slight problem in this leg for some time. It has not resolved itself as it should have by now and that causes me concern. I am going to call our vet so he can tell me if this is an injury or just a normal type of stiffness (horses, typically move better on either their right or left side - similar to people being either right-handed or left-handed).
I am worried. I have gone through a range of lameness issues, and for a horse lover, the specter of lameness in a beloved horse causes a sick feeling in the pit of the stomach. I find myself going in denial or minimizing my suspicions: - maybe I'm imagining things - it's probably nothing... But experience has proven I have a sharp eye for even the mildest lameness issues. Something is going on in that right hind leg. I'll make an appointment with the vet today.
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