spavies
/ˈspeɪviz/
noun
- A disease of horses that causes swelling and stiffness in the hock joint, often leading to lameness.
- The veterinarian treated the spavies with anti-inflammatory medication and rest.
- A farrier can often spot early signs of spavies before the horse starts limping.
- The old mare was retired from riding because she developed spavies in her hind legs.