Rehabbing Equine Athletes’ Hooves
Read about the steps veterinarians and farriers take to identify, evaluate, and treat riding horses’ hoof problems.
Read about the steps veterinarians and farriers take to identify, evaluate, and treat riding horses’ hoof problems.
Find out how to recognize when a horse is at risk of developing EMS-related laminitis and what you can do to either prevent or manage it so he stays sound.
These simple steps can go a long way toward keeping your horse sound. Read more in this article from The Horse‘s Fall 2023 issue.
Keep your horse sound and moving safely this winter with these smart hoof care practices.
Issues and imbalances with horses’ hind hooves might be to blame for a variety of hind-limb lamenesses. Read more in this article from the Fall 2023 issue of The Horse.
Even horses with less-than-ideal feet can lead sound and productive careers.
Two equine nutritionists shed light on the do’s and don’ts of feeding your horse to promote strong and healthy hooves.
A veterinarian with equine podiatry expertise explains frog exfoliation and what you should do if it happens to your horse.
A veterinarian explains why hoof radiographs are important, how to use them, and what role they play in helping your horse feel and move better.
Learn how smart trimming and shoeing techniques can help arthritic horses.
Cadaver hoof study confirms expectation that heart-bar shoes can reduce coffin bone motion in horses with laminitis.
A youngster’s hoof care lays the foundation for his future. Here’s what you need to know about the foal’s first exam, mistakes to avoid, and common foal hoof and limb issues.
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.
What’s in your horse’s hoof-care box? Here are the items that hoof care professionals recommend you keep on hand.
Detecting and managing osteoarthritis in its early stages can go a long way toward keeping your horse sound, comfortable, and happy in his job for years to come.
How soon can I ride my horse after he gets trimmed or shod? How do I know if he has thin soles? Vets and farriers answer these common hoof health questions and more.
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