The digital cushion is a wedged-shaped structure with a fibro-fatty composition in the foal and in the colt, and it...
Hoof Care Articles
Navicular Disease
Navicular disease is the name given to the pain in the area of the navicular bone. It may involve inflammation of the...
Rocker-toe Shoe
The rocker-toe shoe is frequently used in conjunction with the egg bar to alleviate tension on the deep flexor tendon...
Sensitive Structures of the Hoof
The sensitive structures are so called because they contain many nerves and blood vessels. Injury to them will cause...
Understanding the Equine Hoof
In this video, Nate Allen, of Allen Farrier Service-Juanita, NE and Central Community Technical College-Hastings NE,...
Basic Horse Hoof Care
Many different hoof problems can occur in horses. Having a good working relationship with a farrier and veterinarian...
Cleaning a Horse’s Hoof
Cleaning out your horse's hooves is a task that should be done daily. Cleaning out the hooves can alert you of...