causes of stumbling
The causes are varied and many. One thing is for certain. A horse that stumbles is a danger to the rider as well as to himself. Potential Reasons for Stumbling and Tripping (forelimbs) in Horses. 1  Long toes. 2  Tripping in the Forelimbs. 3  Hoof imbalances. 4  Laziness. Not balanced.  Green 1  Horse. Not fit/Poor muscle  tone.