This study involved a macroscopic evaluation of hoof quality in 152 Lipizzaner horses and a controlled double blind trial of the effects of biotin on hoof horn growth and quality over 19 months with 42 stallions. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
Zinc is present in a high concentration level in normal hoof tissue (equal to 137 ppm in one study) and is critical for a variety of functions. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
A healthy hoof requires zinc for the prevention of parakeratosis, which is a defect in the formation of keratin. If keratin is not properly formed, the hoof will be soft and brittle. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
Methionine, proline, glycine and glutamine are among the major building blocks needed for healthy connective tissue or collagen. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
Kentucky Equine Research staff discuss the difference between cystine and methionine. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
The Kentucky Equine Research staff discusses the significance of protein deficiency in hoof health. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Frank Gravlee and Scott Gravlee, veterinarians and equine nutritionists at Life Data Labs, discuss components of the thyroid hormone and the effects of a deficiency in either. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Scott Morrison, farrier and equine veterinarian at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, discusses the importance of investigating all potential causes of poor hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Frank Gravlee, equine veterinarian and the founder of Life Data Labs, Inc., discusses biotin in relation to poor-quality hoof concerns. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Karen Briggs, equine nutritionist and riding instructor, discusses the variances in rate and quality of hoof growth. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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Equilox International Inc. specializes in equine horse hoof adhesives. Developed in 1988 after many trials and extensive research at leading universities and equine centers throughout the U.S., the Equilox Adhesive Hoof Repair System was originally used to treat competitive horses. Now, Equilox Adhesive is used by farriers, equine centers, and horse owners — as well as various zoo and wildlife centers — throughout the world.