Does Equine Hoof Shape Have an Effect on Soundness?
Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc
January 10, 2012
Certain hoof characteristics can be associated with chronic lameness, while others point to a sound horse.
Certain hoof characteristics can be associated with chronic lameness, while others point to a sound horse.
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