IFAS Extension
Physical Exam of the Horse
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Release Date: 10/26/2026
Agriculture
Abstract
This infographic discusses components of a thorough equine physical exam, such as assessment of capillary refill time, pulse, lameness, hydration, gut sounds, temperature, and respiration.
About this Publication
This document is VM283, a publication of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 2026. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication. © 2026 UF/IFAS. This publication is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.
Authors
Sally DeNotta
Specialist
University of Florida
clinical associate professor, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, UF College of Veterinary Medicine, Gainesville, FL
Carissa Wickens
Specialist
University of Florida
associate professor and equine Extension specialist, UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, Gainesville, FL