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Tackling Hoof Cracks

A half-dozen American Farriers Journal Editorial Advisory Board members share their many years of experience in dealing with hoof cracks
Hoof cracks can occur anywhere on the hoof wall and are caused by improper mechanics, environmental extremes or pathology concerns that lead to hoof deformities that result in failure. Named for where they appear on the hoof wall, they include quarter cracks, heel cracks, bar cracks and toe cracks.
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Frank Lessiter
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Forget About Hoof Color!

After California Chrome won the Kentucky Derby and Preakness, members of the general media jumped on the idea that the horse's white hooves might be a detriment to his racing career. For many decades, some folks in the equine industry have maintained unpigmented hooves are more prone to cracking, tender footedness and weakness.


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Why Farriers Want Different Radiograph Views

Typical radiograph views often lead to inaccurate footcare information
The "Information is power and the key to the success" quotation is certainly true when it comes to providing essential hoof-care radiograph information. That's because there's a real need among farriers for very specific and accurate information when working with different foot concerns.
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