A British study recently identified significant difficulty that owners have in properly recognizing and treating laminitis, hindering laminitis prevention overall.
The modified clog shown here differs from any other hoof device used on horses today. This modified clog (hereafter referred to in this article as a clog) features a 7/8-inch thick plywood top.
Here's practical advice on laminitis that leading farriers have used successfully in dealing with this dreadful disease that is the number one concern of horse owners
Trying to find an affordable, yet effective, way to treat laminitis, equine veterinarian Micheal L. Steward of Shawnee, Okla., has developed a wooden shoe that has proven remarkably successful in helping the laminitic horses he has treated with it.
One of the more interesting scientific papers presented at the American Association of Equine Practitioners annual meeting in San Diego, Calif., in late November dealt with using hot and cold therapy when treating lameness cases.
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.
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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.