THE ARMY HORSE. 101 



paring them always with the sound leg to find anatomical 

 changes. 



In all cases examine the foot thoroughly and carefully. Heat, 

 pain, and swelling are always guides in the diagnosis of 

 lameness. 



All lameness is divided into two classes: Swinging-leg 

 lameness, which is shown by a shortened stride and a more or 

 less dragging of the leg; and supporting-leg lameness, which 

 shows itself when the leg supports the weight of the body. The 

 former is shown in diseased condition of the muscles. The 

 latter is shown in disease of bone, tendons, ligaments, and the 

 hoof. 



