Tag hoof health

Spring Grass & Metabolic Horses: What Owners Should Know

As winter fades and pastures start to green up, it’s easy to feel excited about turning horses out on fresh spring grass again. But for owners of metabolic horses, this seasonal transition requires a little extra caution. That lush, fast-growing… Continue Reading →

Fall Hoof Guide: Navigating Moisture, Mud & Nutrition

The cool fall weather brings more than just bright leaves and crisp air. It also brings challenges for your horse’s hooves. As the climate shifts from wet to dry and back again, the constant cycle creates ideal conditions for infections… Continue Reading →

The Impact of Arena Footing on Hooves and Maintaining Proper Moisture Balance

As an equestrian, caring for your horse’s hooves is of utmost importance. While modern arena footing is wonderful for optimizing horses’ peak performance and comfort, we must consider the effect on hoof care. Some common substances found in arena footing… Continue Reading →

Tips and Tricks for Abscess Treatment

You had a great day with your horse yesterday – everything clicked in your lesson, and you come to the barn excited for your next ride to continue the progression. You pull your horse out of his stall, and oh… Continue Reading →

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