Hi Silverdog,
I was interested to read your comment about heart rate as one potential means for judging pain… I have a new man who is adorable, very willing, very fun, and… has two suspensory injuries that the vet thinks have been there for years. (Not identified on PPE, but he’s so cute and is so much fun to ride, even at the walk, that I’m going to keep the handsome fella. All I realistically have time for is light trail-riding anyway, much as I miss the rest of riding). But, I would be glad to know if he is in pain vs. just has “forgotten” how to use himself properly. Could I ask what one would look for, from the heart rate, to indicate pain vs. simple exertion? I’m appreciative of any education you might have time to provide.
