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Fighting Foot Funk
by Heather Smith Thomas | Mar 13, 2023
Learn how to combat hoof issues such as thrush, white line disease, and abscesses that can develop in or be exacerbated by moist, muddy conditions.
Read MoreHow to Apply Poultice to a Hoof
by Equus | Aug 21, 2022
A veterinarian explains the process of using poultice and wrapping a hoof.
Read MoreRecognizing and Treating a Hoof Abscess
by Equus | Aug 17, 2022
Addressing hoof abscesses early can help horses have the best outcome.
Read More3-Legged Lameness in Horses: The Likely Players
by Chris White, DVM | Aug 10, 2022
Horses can (and will) find unique ways to injure themselves. In this article we’ll highlight four of the most common causes of sudden lameness.
Read MoreWhat’s Up With My Horse’s Hooves?
by Chris White, DVM | May 18, 2022
How soon can I ride my horse after he gets trimmed or shod? How do I know if my horse has thin soles? Veterinarians and farriers answer these common hoof health questions and more.
Read MoreThe Never-Ending Hoof Abscess
by Erica Larson | Feb 16, 2022
Why do some hoof abscesses heal quickly while others linger? Why are some one-off occurrences while others keep coming back? We consulted two horse hoof experts to answer these questions and more.
Read MoreReading Your Horse’s Inner Hoof Structures
by Diane E. Rice | Jan 12, 2022
What’s going on inside your horse’s hooves during injury or disease? Our sources reveal what they’ve learned when dealing with sheared heels, white line disease, abscesses, and other common hoof conditions.
Read MoreShould I Wrap an Abscessed Hoof?
by Britt Conklin, DVM | Sep 2, 2020
Dr. Britt Conklin offers suggestions on how to keep an abscessed hoof clean.
Read MoreManaging Horse Hoof Wounds
by Nancy S. Loving, DVM | Jul 8, 2020
Resolving hoof wounds requires cleaning them correctly, working with your vet to get them assessed, and carefully managing lesions until they heal. Learn about four common hoof wounds and how to manage them.
Read MoreHoof Radiographs: More Than Meets the Eye
by Stacey Oke, DVM, MSc | Dec 25, 2019
Something on the X rays looks a bit off—is it significant or of no consequence? It depends on what you find.
Read MoreWhat Shape Are My Horse’s Feet In?
by Stephanie Ruff, MS | Dec 18, 2019
Even horses with less-than-ideal feet can lead sound and productive careers.
Read MoreThe Trouble With Mud
by Heather Smith Thomas | Nov 8, 2019
When the going gets muddy, the muddy get hoof problems. Here’s what to watch for in your horses.
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