| ASPEN |  |
| BREED | : | SB |
| AGE | : | 10 years old |
| HEIGHT | : | 16.1 hh |
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COMMENTS
Aspen's previous owners had not had him trimmed 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
11.01.09 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Right Front - Side View
11.01.09 |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Left Hind - Front View
11.01.09 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Hind - Front View
11.01.09 |
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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. (yellow arrow)
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 arrows)
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 arrows)
Action taken
With each consecutive and consistent trim, the flares will be removed and will be resolved.
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White line disease - observation
Opportunistic bacteria/fungi have multiplied in the stressed tissue space, resulting in white line disease. (orange arrow)
Action taken
Non invasive removal of the dead and infected tissue, frequent trimming and most importantly removal of the cause ensures that it will not spread further. Over time diseased tissue will be replaced with healthy and functional regrowth.
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