Capped elbow, commonly known as a shoe boil, is a condition that affects the point of a horse's elbow. While it can look alarming, it is usually a cosmetic issue rather than a serious cause of lameness. Understanding what causes capped elbow, how it develops, and how it can be managed can help horse owners identify the problem early and prevent it from becoming more severe.

Learn the history, characteristics, types, and common health problems of the Arabian Horse.

A horse information sheet helps keep the most important details about a horse in one place. It is useful for everyday care, barn communication, vet visits, emergencies, travel, feeding instructions, vaccination records, deworming history, and training notes. A printed sheet is helpful for quick barn access, but horse records often change over time. Health notes, feed changes, medications, vaccine dates, and training updates are easier to manage when they are organized clearly and reviewed...