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Think Before You Pack a Hoof

Before he makes a decision about using hoof packing,Travis Burns, farrier for the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, will ask himself, "Why is the horse sore?"?
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Hoof Packing

Helping Sore Feet with Packing

Consider what you use and how much to use prior to applying hoof packing on a sore-footed horse
In less than severe cases, hoof packing used with a pad may be your best option to keep a horse in activity. In more detrimental cases, you may need to present a case to an owner that the two aren't a suitable alternative to rest.
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Hoof Pads 101

Not sure when to use pads in your practice? Here’s an introduction to what’s available and basic information for using each style
It seems that every few months a new pad is introduced to the equine market. For inexperienced farriers, the overwhelming options can create confusion, which discourages pad usage in a practice. Understanding what's available in pads and how they are used will help determine the appropriate pad for the intended use.
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