Articles Tagged with ''under-run heels''

Reader Commentary: July/August 2018

June 25, 2018 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

Regarding the loss of Danny Ward, it is hard to estimate the influence he has had, and will still have, on our profession — the profession that he helped shape. You couldn’t get enough of his enormous character. With his lifetime of service and good will in the horseshoeing industry, everyone knew of his dedication.

The Key to Soundness is in the Heels

Providing appropriate caudal support helps keep racehorses on the track

By Jeff Cota posted on May 12, 2018 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Keeping any horse sound can be a tall order. Keeping a Thoroughbred racehorse sound is nearly impossible.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

How do I know hoof supplements contain the correct levels of the essential vitamins, amino acids and minerals?

September 15, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Bryan Waldridge helps identify hoof supplements providing the correct levels of essential nutritional components.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

I have a horse that is susceptible to laminitis, and understand the concerns with spring grazing, but do I need to worry about fall grazing?

September 15, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Juliet Getty helps a horse owner with fall grazing concerns.

Appropriate Uses of Heart Bars for Wounds

By Jeff Cota posted on December 5, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

When Burney Chapman reintroduced the heart bar, it revolutionized equine hoof-care. Countless horses have survived the scourge of laminitis and founder as a result of the work put forth by the late Lubbock, Texas, shoer.

News & Notes

More Study Necessary For Hoof Supplements, Vet Says

May 4, 2015 | Posted in Education, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Source: Kentucky Equine Research

“Although some studies support biotin supplementation, research on other ingredients commonly included in hoof supplements is needed,” warns Bryan Waldridge, head veterinarian for Kentucky Equine Research. “It is important that owners realize that dietary supplements are not a quick fix, and imbalances in the mineral content of a horse’s diet can wreck havoc on hooves.”

Think Before You Wedge Those Heels

Without proper supporting structures, you may cause further damage to the palmar aspect of the foot you’re trying to help

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2011 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Before making the decision to raise the heels of a horse, farriers should ask themselves two questions:

Farrier Tip

Strategy for Long-Toe, Low-Heel

September 12, 2010 | Posted in Shoeing

When dealing with this situation, Moon believes shoes need to be set back.

Noted Scottish Researcher Inaugurates New Summit Lecture Series

Next winter’s International Hoof-Care Summit will introduce The Burney Chapman Memorial Lecture sponsored by Life Data Labs

By Frank Lessiter posted on September 1, 2009 | Posted in Diseases, Shoeing

Attendees at next winter’s third annual International Hoof-Care Summit are in for a treat as noted Scottish hoof researcher Susan Kempson delivers two in-depth presentations.

Advice for Dealing with Underrun Heels in Western Peformance Horses

A pair of Texas farriers share how they deal with this all-too-common problem

By Heather Smith Thomas posted on September 1, 2009 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Therapeutic Shoeing

Many horses tend to have underrun heels, in which the main support for the foot grows out from under them. The toe is often too long and the hoof angle broken backward, putting too much weight on the heels, which tend to become low and squashed.

Videos

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary

American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

Events

Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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