Hoof Care
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Biomechanics and Hoof Problems, Treatment (AAEP 2012)
One vet encouraged practitioners and farriers to take a biomechanical approach to treating some foot problems.
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Building a Veterinarian-Farrier Relationship (AAEP 2012)
Veterinarians and farriers must work as a team to manage a horse's athletic soundness and performance.
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Hoof Angles' Impact on Lameness Examined
Research shows that various angles of the outer and inner hoof are linked to different kinds of lameness.
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Reilly to Present Virtual Tour of Penn Vet’s Farrier Museum
April 21, 2013
The presentation will examine how the past might influence the future concepts of equine hoof care.... Read More
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Biomechanics and Hoof Problems, Treatment (AAEP 2012)
April 02, 2013
One vet encouraged practitioners and farriers to take a biomechanical approach to treating some foot problems.... Read More
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Building a Veterinarian-Farrier Relationship (AAEP 2012)
March 10, 2013
Veterinarians and farriers must work as a team to manage a horse's athletic soundness and performance.... Read More
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Podiatry Table Topic: A Focus on Laminitis (AAEP 2012)
March 08, 2013
Laminitis is a devastating disease that does not discriminate based on a horse's age, breed, or discipline.... Read More
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Hoof Angles' Impact on Lameness Examined
March 06, 2013
Research shows that various angles of the outer and inner hoof are linked to different kinds of lameness.... Read More
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Hoof Radiographs' Role In Practical Farriery (AAEP 2012)
January 15, 2013
One vet says radiographs can help in assessing a horse's feet and developing a plan to maximize soundness.... Read More
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Kentucky Round-Up Announces Educational Speaker Series
January 10, 2013
The event will feature an educational speaker series for parents, novice horse owners, and advanced horsemen. ... Read More
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Equine Guelph to Host Healthy, Happy Horse Workshop
January 10, 2013
The workshop will feature hands-on sessions on topics relating to horse management and health care.... Read More
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Study: Barefoot Trimming Can Impact Hoof Conformation
January 03, 2013
A specific trimming technique increased the hoof's weight-bearing area and increased the heel angle.... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Videos of 2012
January 02, 2013
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular videos of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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The Horse: Top 10 Horse Health Articles of 2012
January 01, 2013
The staff at TheHorse.com tallied the most popular articles of 2012. Did your favorites make the list?... Read More
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12 Christmas Wishes for Horses, Owners from Veterinary Experts
December 25, 2012
Consider the following "wishes" equine experts made to help maximize your horses' quality of life. ... Read More
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Illinois, Wisconsin Extensions to host Horse Health Workshop, Feb. 9
December 19, 2012
Horse owners are invited to a full day equine educational program focused on keeping your horse healthy. ... Read More
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Look, Ma--No Shoes!
December 13, 2012
Study examines changes in toe angle and proximal hoof circumference without shoes.... Read More
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Back to Barefoot
December 06, 2012
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.... Read More
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Human Barefoot Trends: What Can they Tell Us About Horses?
December 04, 2012
Learn what human barefoot running trends are teaching us about horse podiatry and laminitis management.... Read More
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2012 Laminitis Conference brings together Vets, Farriers
November 06, 2012
The two-day program included presentations about podiatry, diagnostics, and treatments for laminitis.... Read More
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Could Endophyte-Infected Fescue Cause Lameness in Horses?
November 06, 2012
Researchers observed noticeable lameness in horses consuming high levels of endophyte-infected seeds and hay.... Read More
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Dry Feet
October 01, 2012
My horse developed dry, cracked, and brittle hooves this spring. Why the change?... Read More
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Hoof Cracks and Lameness
April 01, 2012
Can a horse go lame because of extreme hoof cracks and not being trimmed regularly? ... Read More
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Support Strategies in Chronic Laminitis Cases
December 26, 2011
One veterinarian says designing a specific strategy that addresses all the needs of an affected foot is key.... Read More
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Cryotherapy Methods to Treat Laminitis
November 22, 2011
Cryotherapy is known to have anti-inflammatory and pain relieving effects, both of which help affected horses.... Read More
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Finding a Farrier
March 01, 2011
Find the best farrier to take care of your horse's feet with these six tips for seeking out a horseshoer.... Read More
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Assessing Equine Hoof Balance
February 01, 2011
The old adage "No Hoof, No Horse" has never been truer than in this day and age. Balancing your horse's feet has become more of a factor in promoting good performance and long-term soundness. The optimum balance comes as the horse's weight is... Read More
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Winter Farm Care Checklist
January 01, 2011
Experts share their time-tested steps for cold weather readiness around the barn.... Read More
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Farm Call: Your Questions Answered
Dry Feet
Q. My horse, who is kept in a barn at night but out in a pasture during the day, had very dry, cracked, and brittle hooves this spring--it's hard to keep shoes on him. This never happened when he was kept in a barn at all times. Why the change?
Hoof Cracks and Lameness
Q. Can a horse go lame because of extreme hoof cracks and not being trimmed regularly? If so, is there was anything you can do to reverse hoof cracks?
Farrier Hygiene
Q. Many veterinarians and farriers have told me that white line disease is becoming more common. Is it ridiculous of me to purchase my own blacksmithing tools for the farrier to use exclusively on my horse?
