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Ten Tips for Better Horse Hoof Health
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 17:12
10 things you can do to improve your horse's health. This article will help you develop the skills to maintain your horse's feet with occasional support by a …
Horse Hoof Care Performed by the Farrier
by EquiMed Staff
April 30, 2017 17:16
All horses require periodic hoof care. Here are the 6 foot care activities better left to a professional farrier …
My horse has a club foot. Can it be treated …
by Doug Butler, PhD, CJF, FWCF
May 1, 2017 14:22
Club feet result from genetic and environmental conditions. When noticed and treated early, the farrier or veterinarian can greatly improve the prospect of …
Hoof Care: Importance of Proper Trimming and Shoeing Intervals
by Heather Smith Thomas
August 17, 2019 15:10
Keeping track of hoof health and growth helps prevent problems and also alerts you when the farrier needs to see the horse before the next scheduled visit …
Between Farrier Visits – Your Role in the Hoof-Care Team
by Heather Smith Thomas
April 27, 2020 18:38
Regular grooming is good for your horse's hair coat, and regular hoof care is good for his feet …
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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