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SEPARATION IN HOOVES

You may be cleaning your horses hooves one day and find that there is some separation between the hoof wall and sole creating a cavity filled with debris and pathogens. This one requires immediate management to prevent this issue compounding. Click below to learn more on the management for Hoof Wall separation.

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Deep hoof cracks

Hoof Wall cracks through to the white line are a sign of a bigger problem for your horse. These cracks are usually harbouring pathogens within the hoof wall (the perfect environment for pathogens to thrive). How are hoof cracks caused, what to do with a Hoof Crack, how to identify if there is a bigger problem.

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SEEDY TOE

Seedy Toe in Horses is a common condition and needs swift action to prevent this becoming a big problem for your horse. You'll need to work alongside your Hoof Care professional on this one. You may be wondering what is Seedy Toe in Horses and how to treat Seedy Toe in Horses. Click below to read more.

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THRUSH

Thrush in horses hooves is one of those Hoof Problems that needs constant avoidance and maintenance. Thrush can invade your horses hooves quickly. You may be wondering what is Thrush in Horses, how to treat thrush in horses and can Thrush in horses cause lameness? Click below to find out.

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HOOF ABSCESS

Hoof Abscesses area a common but painful condition for your horse. Sudden, unexpected lameness leads to panic. You may be wondering what causes a Hoof Abscess in horses, will a hoof abscess heal on its own or how to treat a hoof abscess after draining. We cover this, click below to read more.

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surface hoof cracks

Cracks on the hoof wall that do not penetrate through the the white line are typically environmental or nutritional. This does not mean they should be ignored as they are an indicator that the hoof is under stress. Learn why and view images to train your eye on different surface cracks.

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WHITE LINE DISEASE

This is Seedy Toe on steroids. Did you know the correct terminology for Seedy Toe is White Line Disease? Generally though as Hoof Care Professionals we refer to these larger hoof wall invasions as White Line Disease. It's nasty and this is what happens when you don't address Seedy toe or your Hoof Care Professional ignores the small issues.

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laminitis

Laminitis is a serious hoof condition and must be treated as an Emergency. Management needs to be strict for recovery and will require Veterinary and an experienced Hoof Care professional dedicated to supporting you and your horse through rehabilitation and recovery. There are no excuses or "lazy days" when managing laminitis or laminitis prone horses.

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RETRACTED SOLES

Most commonly seen after wet weather on thin soled horses. This issue needs immediate management and mindful trimming to ensure this does not progress. Horses will be tender on harder surfaces, sometimes mimicking an abscess or laminitis. Whilst its best practice to rule out both with your Veterinarian, learn more of what to look for if you notice this problem.

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