CRACKING HOOVES – THEY’RE NO JOKE
Hoof cracks are a common but often overlooked issue in our equine companions. Many of us are guilty of trivialising […]
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FARRIERS AND FOALS: Q&A WITH STEPHEN BLAKEY
As any breeder can attest, foal feet can be tricky, and a good farrier is invaluable in ensuring the best
ASKHQ: THRUSH
Q: What is the best way to deal with thrush? A: Thrush is a bacterial/fungal issue, and the main cause
WHY ARE CONTRACTED HEELS AN ISSUE?
Contracted heels are problematic for several reasons: They can lead to atrophy of the internal structures of the hoof, which
WHAT ARE CONTRACTED HEELS?
Contracted heels are one of the most common problems encountered by farriers today. In fact, many of us are so
ASKHQ: HOOF GROWTH
Q: How fast do horses’ hooves grow? A: A horse’s hoof grows at a rate of approximately 6-10mm per month.
ASKHQ: DP IMBALANCE
Q: What is ‘DP imbalance’ and how can I assess it? A: In addition to balancing the left and right
ASKHQ: PEELING FROG
Q: My horses frog peeled off. Is this normal? He’s sound and doesn’t seem bothered, but the whole thing just
ASKHQ: WHAT IS A BULLNOSED HOOF?
Q: What is a ‘bullnosed’ hoof? A: A true bullnosed hoof occurs when the dorsal wall of the hoof takes
ASKHQ: HOOF CRACKS
Q: What causes a hoof crack? A: Hoof cracks are simply splits in the hoof wall. They are often the