Penetrating Injuries in Horse Hooves
Nancy S. Loving, DVM
March 4, 2011
When it comes to penetrating hoof injuries, early, aggressive treatment is key to a favorable outcome.
Prevention and treatment for problems of the equine foot
When it comes to penetrating hoof injuries, early, aggressive treatment is key to a favorable outcome.
The equine genetics research group at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is collaborating with Dr. Ray Geor, professor and chair of the department of large animal clinical sciences at Michigan State University, and Dr. Nicholas Frank, associate professor of large animal clinical sciences at the University of Tennessee, to investigate the occurrence and genetics of equine metabolic syndrome (EMS).
Hoof examination, cracks, puncture wounds, custom-molded horseshoes, heel support, and more were discussed during the day-long farriery program at the 2010 American Association of Equine Practitioners convention.
Preparing your horse for winter means different things in different geographic areas. For some, winter is time to remove a horse’s shoes and give him a break, while for others winter is a prime show season.
Teams of veterinarians and farriers from around the country gathered at the fifth International Conference on Laminitis and Diseases of the Foot in Monterey, Calif., Sept. 17-18, 2010, to discuss the most cutting-edge information available for the fight to conquer laminitis.
Quite a few myths and misconceptions surround the practice of basic horse hoof care. This second installment of our farriery series focuses on some of the most common misconceptions heard from horse owners in the author’s farriery practice.
Practical explanation of laminitis, diagnostic imaging, interpretation, and treatment principles.
Autumn is just around the corner and, for many areas of the country, that means the onset of wet weather, a reduction in riding, and more stall time for horses. All of which could mean an uptick in the risk of your horse developing thrush–that gunky, smelly, black discharge oozing from the bottom of his hoof.
Dr. Scott Morrison of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital discusses the different shoeing needs of high-performance horses.
Dr. Vernon Dryden of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital demonstrates navicular syndrome diagnosis in a 16-year-old Quarter Horse.
Dr. Vernon Dryden of Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital discusses what navicular syndrome is, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Oral supplements might be indicated for horses with dry, cracked, or brittle hooves.
Due to their inquisitive nature, a well-developed flight response, and that they are commonly confined in areas with potential obstacles such as metal or wire, horses tend to be accident prone, making wounds a fairly common occurrence.
Nearly 50 researchers and laminitis experts from around the world met to prioritize future laminitis research needs during the the 2nd AAEP Foundation Equine Laminitis Research Workshop. The group also explored specific questions about the dire
Visitors to Fasig-Tipton Company and the Kentucky Horse Park might have noticed the new stone walls and University of Kentucky insignia along Newtown Pike, but might not know what occurs behind those walls on UK’s Maine Chance Equine Campus
Fifteen new research projects to benefit the horse will be launched this year through funding from the Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation.
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