Dr. LoPresti explains how to recognize the signs, understand the differences between the two disorders and communicate effectively with clients about what these diagnoses mean for hoof care.
When considering the most critical interactions between nutrients and hoof growth, keep in mind that a balanced delivery of nutrients is important. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.
Zinc is present in a high concentration level in normal hoof tissue (equal to 137 ppm in one study) and is critical for a variety of functions. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
Just as coat condition serves as an indication of health status in horses, hoof changes can provide important clues to a horse’s historical well-being. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
This kind of thinking is understandable, as some older horses show less hoof growth than younger equines. However, all hooves grow more rapidly at the toe than in the heel area. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
It is commonly known that the soundness of a horse starts from the hoof up. Farriers work for decades to become highly skilled professionals that are able to help a horse adjust to competition footing, gait mechanics, conformation abnormalities, and injury recovery.
The Kentucky Equine Research staff discusses the significance of protein deficiency in hoof health. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Catherine Whitehouse, nutritionist with Kentucky Equine Research, discusses nutritional concerns related to hoof rings and ridges. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
The Kentucky Equine Research Staff discusses how to approach correcting poor-quality hooves. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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Equilox International Inc. specializes in equine horse hoof adhesives. Developed in 1988 after many trials and extensive research at leading universities and equine centers throughout the U.S., the Equilox Adhesive Hoof Repair System was originally used to treat competitive horses. Now, Equilox Adhesive is used by farriers, equine centers, and horse owners — as well as various zoo and wildlife centers — throughout the world.