windgalls
/ˈwɪndˌɡɔlz/
noun
- Soft, fluid-filled swellings that occur on the lower legs of horses, usually near the fetlock joints, often caused by strain or overwork.
- The veterinarian examined the horse's legs and found windgalls on both hind fetlocks.
- After a long season of racing, the thoroughbred developed windgalls that required rest and treatment.
- Windgalls are common in working horses and usually don't cause lameness unless they become large or inflamed.
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