Hoof capsule distortion refers to misshapen/imbalanced hooves such as flares, cracks, underrun, and collapsed and sheared heels. Distortions affect function and have been correlated with ...

It's typical for horses with metabolic syndrome to exhibit compensated chronic laminitis, Morrison said, noting that cases in these animals are characterized by more severe hoof capsule distortion.

Experience the most satisfying part of horse care — a skilled farrier trims and shapes the hoof to perfection. The clicks, ...

Hoof cracks in the wall of the horse’s foot can range from being little more than a cosmetic blemish to a serious cause of lameness and pain. They can run vertically or horizontally, when they ...

Barbaro has suffered a significant setback in his recovery from laminitis, with damaged tissue removed from the Kentucky Derby winner's left hind hoof.

Infections of the hoof capsule and horn of horses’ feet are becoming increasingly common with vets treating many more cases now than was normal 10 years ago. However, there are some simply steps ...

Hoof capsule A technical term for the hoof. The hoof capsule shown here (with shoe attached) belongs to a horse named Tonto.

When the horse is suffering from laminitis, the lamella which hold the surface of the pedal bone to the hoof capsule become swollen and weak. With this gravity, the pull from the deep flexor tendon ...

Horses have five toes before developing hooves, scientist finds All five digits can only be glimpsed for a few days during gestation Veronique Greenwood Sunday 09 February 2020 16:42 GMT 0 Comments ...