Hall of Fame farrier Patrick Reilly, who sits on HISA's Racetrack Safety Standing Committee, answers these questions, while examining the social license the equine industry faces, as well as how the farrier industry can develop its voice to advocate for itself and the horse. 

Dr. LoPresti explains how to recognize the signs, understand the differences between the two disorders and communicate effectively with clients about what these diagnoses mean for hoof care. 

Middlebury, Ind., farrier LaVerne Mast discusses the strategies he uses to avoid quarter cracks and how to repair them when they occur.