As osteoarthritis progresses, horses might show subtle signs of discomfort before obvious lameness develops, including reluctance to move forward, stiffness, or changes in attitude during work. Ongoing inflammation and cartilage damage can eventually alter how the horse moves and lead to more consistent pain or reduced performance. Howland Mansfield, DVM, CVA, CVMMP, technical services veterinarian with American Regent Animal Health describes the common physical and behavioral changes that often accompany osteoarthritis progression.ThispodcastisanexcerptfromourAskTheHorseLiveQ&A.Listentothefullrecordinghere.About the Expert: Howland M. Mansfield, DVM, CVA, CVMMPHowland M. Mansfield, DVM, CVA, CVMMP, of Summerville, South Carolina, received her DVM from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine, in Alabama, and completed internships in both general equine medicine and surgery and in advanced equine reproduction. She is certified in both veterinary acupuncture and veterinary medical manipulation. She has practiced along the East Coast over the course of 14 years, in addition to time in Germany providing veterinary care for some of the most elite show horses in Europe. In 2012 Mansfield was named by the South Carolina Horsemans Council as the Horse Person of the Year for her efforts in equine rescue and in combating animal cruelty. She joined American Regent in 2023 as a technical services veterinarian where she can support the welfare of and improve health care for horses and small animals throughout the U.S.