| ANNIE | |
| BREED | : | TB |
| AGE | : | 19 years old |
| HEIGHT | : | 15 hh |
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COMMENTS
Annie's shoes were removed one day prior to her first corrective barefoot trim. Her hooves have not been maintained correctly or frequently enough which has resulted in many problems. The after photos do not show a perfect hoof, however the hooves are well on their way to becoming strong, healthy and well functioning. |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Right Front - Side View
21.02.08 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Right Front - Side View
21.02.08 |
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Under run heels - observation
The tendency for forward (rather than upward) hoof growth, along with incorrect or infrequent trimming has resulted in heels that have migrated too far forward, with downward force being concentrated in an area which has no support. (yellow arrow)
Action taken
By applying correct trimming techniques, heel support has been created as much as possible, and over time more upright growth will be encouraged.
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Long toes - observation
The toes are too long from either incorrect or infrequent trimming. Break over becomes difficult and excess force is placed on the toe area of the hoof resulting in compromised wall/laminar connection
Action taken
The excess toe has been removed as much as possible and a mustang roll applied according to the thickness of hoof wall. Leverage forces are removed, thus facilitating a tight wall/laminar connection
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Splits and chips - observation
The splits, chips, cracks and breakages have occurred due to a combination of factors - usually poor hoof horn along with either infrequent or incorrect trimming. (turquoise arrow)
Action taken
The splits, chips, cracks and breakages have been removed as much as possible. With consistent and correct trimming these will not reoccur.
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Flares all sides - observation
The tendency for flared (rather than upward) hoof growth in conjunction with stress from infrequent or incorrect trimming has resulted with probable stretching of the laminar/wall connection. (pink arrow)
Action taken
With each consecutive and consistent trim, the flares will be removed and will be resolved.
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Flat soles - observation
The soles are flat due to shoeing, incorrect weight distribution and lack of exercise.
Action taken
By correcting the distribution of weight along with increased movement, the hoof will function as a flexible structure, and the sole will naturally become more concave.
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Thin hoof walls - observation
Thin hoof walls can originate from a number of causes, and are often an indication that the hoof is not functioning as nature has designed. Often genetic tendencies are blamed for thin hoof walls, but it is more often the practice of shoeing, incorrect trimming or lack of exercise which has created hoof dysfunction, and therefore can be corrected very easily over time with owner commitment.
Action taken
With frequent correct barefoot trimming, along with plenty of exercise on hard, flat surfaces, hoof walls will become thick and healthy.
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