The Complete Modern Guide to Horse Feet - Anatomy, Care and Health, Disease Diagnosis and Treatment
By Susan Kauffmann, Christina Cline
2017 Edition
The equine hoof is a complex marvel of natural engineering, built to
withstand tremendous forces and able to adapt to an astonishing range of
environmental conditions. It also changes daily—for better or for
worse—in response to external and internal factors. Few horse owners
have the opportunity to acquire a deep understanding of the hoof, which
limits their ability to advocate on their horses’ behalf and make
informed decisions about hoof care and management. This book is the
first resource of its kind to combine the most current and useful
information available, gleaned from the research and wisdom of top hoof
experts around the world, with a unique “hands-on” approach. The authors
provide basic terms and anatomy, clearly illustrate the differences
between healthy and unhealthy feet, discuss biomechanics and management
concerns, and cover the causes, treatments, and prevention of commonly
encountered problems,
including laminitis, white line disease, and
thrush. Along the way, readers are given activities to help them better
analyze and understand the most important aspects of equine hoof health,
such as hoof balance, depth of sole, and point of breakover.
Easy–to–follow language, over 400 full–color photographs, and
do–it–yourself exercises promise to empower horse owners and caretakers
of all experience levels with the tools they need to accurately assess
hoof health and keep their horses as sound and happy as possible
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