Managing Horse Hoof Wounds
WEBMay 15, 2024 — Resolving horse hoof wounds requires working closely with your veterinarian to manage lesions until they heal. Learn about 4 common hoof wounds and how vets treat them.
Hoof Cracks: Types and Treatment - The Horse
WEBJun 14, 2020 — Hoof cracks develop for many reasons. Some are superficial, some are serious, and either can be permanent. Inspecting and picking your horse’s hooves daily, along with keeping your horse on a...
Horse Hoof Cracks – How To Avoid Them & How to Fix Them
WEBHorse hoof cracks are a common problem, but what is the solution? Discover the different causes and solutions to a variety of horse hoof cracks.
Hoof Cracks in Horses: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
WEBNov 16, 2022 — Hoof cracks are fairly common abnormalities in the hoof wall. They can be superficial – a micro-crack that appears on the surface of the hoof wall – or they can be more serious, penetrating deep through the hoof wall into the sensitive tissue.
Hoof Cracks in Horses and How to Treat Them [Guide] - Mad …
WEBMar 9, 2023 — Addressing hoof imbalances and treating infections should be the first priority with hoof cracks in horses. Some complicated cracks may require the removal of affected tissues or stabilization and therapy.
A field guide to hoof cracks - Equus Magazine
WEBMay 18, 2022 — The basic approach to managing any hoof crack, no matter how serious, is to stabilize the hoof and keep the horse comfortable while new horn grows in and the damaged section is trimmed away—this can take up …
When to worry about a hoof crack - Equus Magazine
WEBAny crack in a hoof wall is cause for concern. The action required, however, depends on the nature of the hoof crack. Here's a rundown of common hoof cracks, ranked from least troubling to most serious.
Tips for Hoof Cracks and Chips - The Spruce Pets
WEBJun 22, 2022 — Learn about hoof cracks and chipped hooves, why hooves become damaged, and how to help a horse with cracked or chipped hooves.
Recognizing the Signs of Hoof Problems in Your Horse
WEBJan 4, 2024 — If your horse is limping, exhibiting an uneven gait, or showing signs of discomfort when moving around, he might be experiencing some form of hoof problem. Horses with hoof problems might also exhibit changes in behavior, including a reluctance to move, irritability, or decreased appetite.
WEBThere are many types of hoof imperfections that involve chipping, tearing, and cracking of the hoof wall. Here we’ll describe how to identify and handle common hoof cracks. Typically a grass crack is a super!cial "aw that starts from the ground and moves upward. It is usually very thin and does not penetrate deep within the wall.