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Managing Navicular Syndrome In Horses

A short, choppy stride; standing with one foot pointed ahead of the other; forefoot lameness that’s easily seen on hard ground or when the horse is moving on a circle; increased stumbling. These are all common signs in a horse with navicular syndrome, defined as discomfort in the front heel area related to pain around the navicular bone or the tendons and other structures in the navicular area.
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Tender Loving Footcare Needed with Older Horses

Reduced physical activity along with serious digestive system changes often lead to serious problems with deteriorating hooves with aging horses
It’s not at all unusual to see declining hoof conditions in older horses as the natural aging process takes its toll on equine body condition.
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Farriery for the Young Horse

Proper hoof care in the first weeks of a foal’s life is essential
Among the many factors that dictate the success of the foal as a sales yearling or a mature athlete are decisions and management concerning feet and limbs during the first few months of life.
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IHCS Door Prize Opens Door To The "Idea Store"

Winner shares what she learned from podiatry team at Rood & Riddle
For the past 2 years, one of the door prizes at the International Hoof-Care Summit has been the chance for an attendee to spend a week at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky., with equine veterinarian Scott Morrison and his podiatry crew.
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