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How to identify if a horse has thin soles: Read More...

(Family Features) Increasing heat and drier conditions mean outdoor animals of all kinds are forced to adapt as the summer season marches on. Read More...

When it comes to weather and a horse’s environment, there are two main factors that impact hoof health: • Temperature • Moisture How temperature and moisture can affect the sole: Read More...

Many people ask if the acrylic and urethane adhesives currently used on horse’s feet trap moisture resulting in adverse effects.  The answer should be no, but it’s not always that simple. Read More...

A horse that is at risk of developing unhealthy bars may have one of the following characteristics: Stacked sole Pinched heels Signs that a horse may have unhealthy bars: Read More...

Everyone wants their work to look good, but when it comes to adhesives, pretty sometimes comes at the expense of strength; thicker is definitely stronger, especially when gluing to compromised feet. Read More...

A horse that is at risk of developing Caudal Heel Syndrome may have one of the following characteristics: Long heels Pinched heels Signs that a horse may have Caudal Heel Syndrome: Read More...

Similar to how humans use crutches to limit the use of an injured foot in order to heal, cows rely on a similar approach called blocking to allow abscesses, claw injuries or other conditions to heal. Read More...

New Vettec™ ULTRA Automatic Dispensing Gun Dispenses Blocking Adhesives Consistently and Easily   Read More...

This is an 8wk old quarter horse with a valgus angular deviation at the knee and a slightly varus fetlock. The medial plates are growing faster than the lateral which is pushing the leg toward the lateral side, causing abnormal weight bearing on the medial heel. Read More...

I just wanted to share that I have used Super Fast to build a shoe on several horses that I have helped transition from shod to barefoot & it has helped them continue to be used and transition more comfortably as they grew out the we Read More...

When it comes to keeping your horse healthy, hoof care is often a critical element so you can enjoy normal activities together, such as riding or competing.  Properly maintained hooves are much less likely to develop bacterial and fungal infections; thus, horses can maintain no Read More...