Horse Hoof Care
Mud-Related Health Problems
Springtime brings warmer weather, greener grass and longer hours of daylight. It also brings one of the biggest challenges horse…
Packing Your Horse’s Hooves
Does your horse behave as if his feet are a little "ouchy" after a long trail ride over rough terrain?…
Update on Navicular Disease
Veterinarians and researchers often debate the semantics and definitions of navicular disease, navicular syndrome and navicular-type pain. Susan Dyson, MA,…
Winter Weather Can Mean Wet, Soft Hooves
If your horse cannot avoid living in damp footing during the wintertime, he may be prone to thrush and abscesses…
Hoof Abscesses and Puncture Wounds
Nothing can be more satisfying to us vets than a really good hoof abscess. Right from start to finish, they…
Thrush in Horse Hooves
If you have horses, chances are you'll see thrush firsthand sooner or later. Thrush is a bacterial infection, though it's…
Could Your Horse’s Shoeing Pass Inspection?
Devoted equestrians spend hard-earned money to maintain their horses’ good physical condition. Regular veterinarian visits and a call from the…