hoof shape

Hoof Beats

The Shape of Interference: 'Cow Hocked'

By Steve Stanley posted on March 24, 2020

Source: Hoof Beats

The shape of a horse’s conformation often dictates the form a hoof takes. A “cow hocked” trotter is one example. The hind toes are turned outward and the cap of the hocks are turned inward toward each other. This type of conformation will cause the hind feet to land wider than normal when the horse is in motion.

Briefings

September 1, 2012 | Posted in Education

Researchers at the Animal Health Trust in Newmarket, England, say there's no definite answer when it comes to determining if there is a relationship between hoof shape and lameness.

Briefings

April 1, 2012 | Posted in Education

Phil Hartley tells clients he’s always available to check the feet of new horses before they are purchased. The San Jose, Calif., farrier has done this free of charge since it makes his life easier later when dealing with conformational concerns.

The Effect of Laterality on Shoeing and Trimming

Horses tend to favor one side over the other, which has implications for hoof care and the farrier

By Simon Curtis posted on January 1, 2012 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

Laterality is the term used to describe any animal’s propensity for using one side of the body predominantly and the preference for one limb over the other opposing limb. Put simply, we can call it “one-sidedness.”

Research Journal: September/October 2008

By Albert Kane posted on September 1, 2008 | Posted in Lamenesses

This landmark study examined correlations between hoof shape and laminar morphology. The hypothesis was that hoof shape would be related to the shape and orientation of the lamina at the cellular level and that this relationship would vary between breeds.

Briefings

May 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

An owner's choice of a farrier can have a significant impact not only on hoof shape, but also on a horse's soundness and athletic ability as well, indicates a Switzerland researcher.

Briefings

April 1, 2005 | Posted in Clients, Education

During more than 30 years of shoeing, Red Renchin of Mequon, Wis., has developed a unique approach that has helped him build a thriving practice that includes many high end hunters and jumpers.

Briefings

July 1, 2004 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses

With Navicular, Treat The Entire Foot

It's The Whole Package That Counts

By combining the results of numerous research studies, you'll end up with hoof-care packages that are much more valuable than just the sum of the parts alone

By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2004 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Gather together 75 of the world's leading experts on equine locomotion and biomechanics and you're bound to come up with many new and interesting theories on footcare.