Lamenesses

Extraordinary Vets Honored For Hoof-Care Work

The International Equine Veterinarians Hall Of Fame proudly inducts two new members
Their names are synonymous with equine hoof care and now their efforts are being recognized by their peers. The International Equine Veterinarians Hall Of Fame, sponsored by American Farriers Journal, has inducted two more members into its exclusive club.
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Nothing Is Easy When Tackling Laminitis

Proper diagnosis and treatment complications are a huge concern
While laminitis is a treatable disease, Frank Nickels knows that with treatment comes complications. In fact, trying to diagnose a horse as laminitic can be a complication in itself.
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Farrier Classic Tackles Footcare

Dealing with lameness and other foot diseases is part of being a farrier. A good farrier knows that foot diseases are often traced to unbalanced feet and can sometimes be prevented by properly balancing the foot. The latest book in the American Farriers Journal’s “Farrier Classics” takes a close look at a variety of footcare concerns.
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This Vet's Convinced

California equine veterinarian says Fredericks are "clearly onto something"
A number of equine veterinarians are trying the treatment protocol for refractory laminitis developed by Matt Frederick and his wife, Susan Tierney Frederick. One who is convinced of its effectiveness is Bryan Umstead, who practices in Livermore, Calif.
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Fighting Founder With Hospital Plates

Veteran Texas farrier says these devices are valuable tools in the worst laminitis cases
While Working extensively with laminitic horses over the years, I have used the heart bar shoe with great success, as have many farriers all over the world.
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Learn How To Prevent Laminitis

Preventing Laminitis In Horses – A Practical Guide To Decreasing The Risk Of Laminitis (Founder) In Your Horse
Every farrier knows laminitis is a serious foot problem that affects all members of the horse family. It can end a horse’s career and even its life.
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New edition offers Lessons on lameness
Dealing with lame horses is a prime function of the farrier's trade, so is the revised and expanded edition of The Lame Horse should by of interest to the farrier community.
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