Hoof Care
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Hoof Care
Make your own hoof balm: 3 tried-and-tested recipes
Commercial hoof balms work well, but making your own is cheaper, more transparent, and you know exactly what goes into it. With a handful of ingredients from a pharmacy or online shop, you can have a pot ready within half an hour that is every bit as good. In this article you'll find three recipes: a basic beeswax balm, a deeply nourishing variant with fish oil, and a light summer balm based on coconut oil. We explain which recipe to use when and how to track the quality of your horse's hooves in the EquiSight horse profile.
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Hoof Care
White line disease: recognise and treat it in time
White line disease is a fungal and bacterial infection that attacks the white line of the hoof from the inside. It starts small — a dark spot or some crumbly material when picking out the hoof — but if left untreated, the infection can spread over several centimetres and seriously weaken the hoof wall. Fortunately, white line disease responds well to treatment when caught early. In this article you will learn how to recognise the condition, what causes it, and what steps to take to get your horse clear of it quickly.
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Hoof Care
Hoof rotation in laminitis: what happens?
Laminitis is one of the most feared conditions in horses, and hoof rotation is its most serious complication. When the lamellae inside the hoof become inflamed and fail, the coffin bone can literally shift position. Understanding what happens anatomically helps you as an owner to recognise the signs earlier and work more effectively with your farrier and vet.
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Hoof Care
Horseshoe types: which type suits your horse?
Not all horseshoes are the same. From a standard steel front shoe to an orthopaedic aluminium model with a relief cut — the choice depends on the discipline, hoof quality, and any existing hoof problems. Knowing which types exist and what they are used for helps you consult more effectively with your farrier and better understand why a particular choice is made. In this article, we outline the most common horseshoe types, including their applications and key considerations.
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Hoof Care
How often should you pick out hooves?
Picking out hooves may seem straightforward, but the frequency makes more of a difference than you might think. Dirt, manure, and moisture left in the hoof for too long increases the risk of thrush and other hoof problems. How often you need to pick out your horse's hooves depends on the stable situation, the season, and the horse's level of activity. In this article, you'll find exactly what the guidelines are and why daily inspection forms the foundation of good hoof care.
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Hoof Care
Thrush in horses: recognising and treating it
Thrush is one of the most common hoof problems in horses. The bacterial condition affects the frog and is immediately recognisable by a sour, penetrating odour. Fortunately, thrush can be treated effectively when caught early — provided you know what to look for and act quickly. In this article you will learn how to recognise thrush, what causes it, and what steps to take to restore the hoof to health.
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Shod or barefoot? Pros and cons laid out
An eternal debate among horse people. No 'better or worse', just different choices for each horse. Here are the facts, free from dogma.
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Horse hoof care — the basics for every owner
Picking hooves daily, a dry stable, regular farrier visits and the right nutrition. With these basics you can prevent 80% of hoof problems.
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What does a farrier actually do?
A farrier does much more than just nailing on shoes. Read here what a trim involves, how often you should have your horse seen to, and what sets a good farrier apart.
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10 signs of hoof problems you shouldn't miss
No hoof, no horse. Hoof problems often creep in without you noticing right away. These 10 signs help you intervene early — before it becomes costly damage.
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