MUD MONSTERS – THE IMPACT ON THE HOOVES

With all the rain we have been having in certain areas, you are likely struggling with some wet and downright muddy areas. Continuous exposure to moisture can leave the horse more susceptible to a range of hoof and skin issues. Here we focus on the hoof problems that can result under these challenging conditions. The problem Hooves…

BylizzieMarch 17, 20250Comments

Horse Health

UNDERSTANDING EVENT LINES

[Text] Christine Pinna If there is one thing that has been a complete game-changer for me in the last fifteen years of barefoot trimming, it would have to be learning to read the horse's hoof wall in order to understand what has happened in the horse's life in the last few months. This often shows me…

BylizzieFebruary 3, 20250Comments

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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. This means that in order to regrow and entirely new hoof capsule takes approximately 12 months. This rate varies from horse to horse, with some horses growing a new hoof capsule faster than others, but for…

BylizzieApril 10, 20210Comments

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ASKHQ: DP IMBALANCE

Q: What is ‘DP imbalance’ and how can I assess it? A: In addition to balancing the left and right halves of the feet, the farrier will also want to evaluate the balance from front-to-back of the foot. This is called the dorsopalmar balance when talking about the front feet, and the dorsoplantar balance when discussing…

BylizzieNovember 3, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: PHOTOGRAPHY

Q: My vet has asked for photographs of my horse’s feet, but she has asked me to retake them twice as they aren’t showing her what they need to? What am I doing wrong? Asked by Shannon Barnes Why photographs? A good set of photographs records the shape and condition of the feet at that particular…

BylizzieFebruary 7, 20200Comments

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ASKHQ: LARGE FEET

Q: Why are large feet preferred in horses? A: It is not simply that large feet are preferred, but rather that the feet need to be in proportion to the body of the horse. If feet are too small for a horse’s build, they are less likely to hold up under strenuous work. The bigger the…

BylizzieDecember 9, 20190Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health

Flat feet

Flat feet can be rehabilitated with corrective farrier work. [dropcap]F[/dropcap]lat-footedness is a common problem that several horse owners and farriers face, and it is especially prominent in Thoroughbreds. Flat feet develop as a result of genetics, conformation faults, poor physical conditions, lack of hoof care or early shoeing, as is the case for most Thoroughbreds. Long…

BylizzieJuly 30, 20170Comments

Horse Health Know How

Winter Hoof Care

As the days become shorter and the nights longer, winter is certainly on its way. South African winters are considered fairly mild compared to other parts of the world, but in some of our regions, it can still get very cold at night! As the weather differs vastly throughout our country, with the Cape regions…

BylizzieJune 21, 20170Comments

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Boots: best foot forward

[dropcap]W[/dropcap]e are spoilt for choice when it comes to boots, and these days boots are even more innovative and technologically advanced than ever before. Boots come in a variety of materials and are secured with Velcro, buckles or clips. With so many options available, it can be tricky to pick out the best boots for your…

BylizzieApril 20, 20170Comments

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