| DUDIE |  |
| BREED | : | TB |
| AGE | : | 27 years old |
| HEIGHT | : | 16.2 hh |
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COMMENTS
Dudie was trimmed previously by a farrier, who has applied a very square toe and has not addressed the large amount of flaring on both sides of the hoof. 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
Left Front - Front View
06.07.08 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Front View
06.07.08 |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Right Front - Underneath View
06.07.08 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Right Front - Underneath View
06.07.08 |
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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.
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. (yellow arrows)
Action taken
With each consecutive and consistent trim, the flares will be removed and will be resolved.
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Dead tissue on soles - observation
From lack of ground contact and/or movement, dead sole tissue has failed to exfoliate.
Action taken
After removal of built up dead tissue, the sole has transformed into a functional more concave structure.
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