What should you inspect for after grooming to detect potential problems?

• A. Nose shape.
• B. Tail length.
• C. Skin irritations, lumps or swelling, heat, cuts, or signs of lameness.
• D. Shoe size.

Answer: (C)

After grooming, you’re checking the horse’s health and comfort by carefully feeling and watching for any abnormalities. The best indicators to inspect are skin irritations, lumps or swelling, heat, cuts, and signs of lameness. These reveal issues like dermatitis, infections, wounds, inflammation, or hoof/leg problems early, so you can address them promptly. Other options, like nose shape or tail length, are normal conformation features, and shoe size isn’t a health indicator you’d assess after grooming.