Hoof Care Health Center
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Scheduling the Farrier
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:00
Learn how to make sure you and the farrier you hire are on the same page when it comes to emergencies and regular hoof care for your horse …
Preparing for the Farrier's Visit
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:47
You will get better service from your farrier if you do your part to prepare for his or her visit. Here are some great ideas to help you become your farrier's …
What Kind of Training Does a Farrier Have …
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 16:58
In the USA, most states do not have a licensing program for farriers, so a wide quality gap may occur among practicing farriers in many areas. Other countries …
Hoof Growth - What Helps and What Hurts
by Deb M. Eldredge, DVM
April 30, 2017 17:49
Hoof growth is a function of genetics, activity level, footing type and more. Many horses today suffer from a lack of hoof growth. What can you do? Dr. Deb …
Metal Shoes, Hoof Pads , Boots or Barefoot: Which Works Best for …
by EquiMed Staff
May 1, 2017 18:47
Winter may be time to rehabilitate horse hoofs from the effects of metal shoes and hoof boots can be a useful, practical and no-nonsense tool …
hoof care
/ho͝of,ho͞of ker/
noun
- the provision of what is necessary for the health, welfare, maintenance, and protection of the horny part of the foot of an ungulate animal, especially a horse.
- to shoe or not to shoe, that is the question.
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