Anecdotally, we know that hoof anatomy influences horse soundness and movement, but researchers are working to put science behind that relationship. Here’s what they’ve learned so far.
A systematic approach to examining the equine foot can help veterinarians identify causes of lameness more quickly and accurately.
Hoof capsule distortions associated with hoof imbalance typically aren’t severe, they can affect horses’ comfort and be challenging for owners and their farriers to manage.
Out of nearly 1,000 randomly chosen horses, 85% had at least one hoof disorder visible during a regular farrier visit.
The outer hoof’s health affects the bones and soft tissues within, and vice versa.
Learn about what’s cutting-edge in the world of equine hoof care from our 2017 International Hoof Care Summit coverage.
A farrier shares ways he addresses issues in the caudal aspect of the horse’s foot.
Articles on behavior and equitation science, wound care, laminitis, beet pulp, hoof care, and more were popular in 2016.
Veterinarians know that balanced hooves influence a horse’s way of going and help maintain healthy joint function. Learn more from our experts, who are both veterinarians and experienced farriers.
The complex equine hoof relies on important nutritional building blocks for strength and integrity.
Your horse has a hoof abscess, bruise, puncture, or something else wrong with his foot. Should you call the veterinarian or farrier?
One researcher says that it is very rare to see a spontaneous quarter crack not associated with sheared heels.
The summit will offer 68 hours of hoof care education focused around the theme “Zeroing in on Soundness.”
Healthy hooves are paramount to a horse’s soundness. This fact sheet lists some common hoof problems, such as hoof abscesses, quarter cracks, bruises, navicular syndrome, underrun heels, and thrush, and how to identify, manage and prevent them.
Lameness caused by quarter cracks is a nemesis of horses and owners, and treatment is often complex.
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