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Causes of Weak Digital Cushions

As the largest structure in the hoof, the digital cushion is a vital part of the equine foot, and its health should be accounted for when considering a shoeing package. When assessing the cause of an unhealthy digital cushion, Minnesota farrier Roy Williams looks to breed, environment, nutrition, exercise, grazing stance and the intervals and quality of hoof care.


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Why the World is So Difficult for Farriers

One of the most frustrating realities of being a farrier is that we are constantly judged for outcomes we do not fully control. We are working on living biological structures shaped by physics, physiology, posture, environment and management over time. We operate within the constraints of the horse in front of us, and the horse in front of us is a product of far more than just trimming.


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