The PAIN FACE OF HORSES

The facial signs seen in the diagram below may be visible to you if your pony is in pain:

◊ Hollow dip above the eye

◊ Eye half-closed

◊ Ears back

◊ Wrinkles above the eye

◊ Eye appears triangular in shape

◊ White of the eye visible around the iris

◊ Tight nostrils

◊ Tight and pointed muzzle

◊ Firmly closed mouth

◊ Wrinkles around the lips

◊ Tightly closed jaws

◊ Visible muscle lines on the cheek

If you are worried that your pony is in pain, contact your vet for an assessment.