If you’ve ever dealt with proud flesh in a horse, you know how frustrating it can be. A wound starts to heal… and then instead of settling, the tissue continues to build. It can feel like no matter what you do, it just won’t stabilize. What many people don’t realize is this: It’s not always about the wound itself. Often, it’s about the environment the tissue is trying to heal in. What Is “Proud Flesh”? Proud flesh refers to excess granulation tissue—the body’s natural healing