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Hoof Packing: Answer 'Why' Before Using Hoof Packing

With the variety of types and uses, think about how you plan on using hoof packing and what you hope to accomplish
Hoof packing isn't a new product for farriers. Home remedies and combinations like pine tar and oakum have been around for generations. And while the hoof packings used years ago are still effective and hold their own, manufacturers continue to introduce new ideas in this product line, trying to better address the specific problems. It is your responsibility to understand these before you use them.
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Briefings

Phil Hartley tells clients he’s always available to check the feet of new horses before they are purchased. The San Jose, Calif., farrier has done this free of charge since it makes his life easier later when dealing with conformational concerns.
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[Video] Differences In Types Of Horseshoe Nails

Steve Kraus, head of farrier services at the Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine and a clinician with Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center, discusses the differences in types of horseshoe nails and some factors to consider in nail choice.
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