| Title: | Equine Notes Conference |
| Notice: | Topics List=4, Horses 4Sale/Wanted=150, Equip 4Sale/Wanted=151 |
| Moderator: | MTADMS::COBURN IO |
| Created: | Tue Feb 11 1986 |
| Last Modified: | Thu Jun 05 1997 |
| Last Successful Update: | Fri Jun 06 1997 |
| Number of topics: | 2080 |
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Some may already know from note 408, I am in the proccess of purchasing
a 15 year T.B. (not because its a T.B, not because it's 17 hands,
but because it's $850.00 and I need the experience)!
The problem and concern is that the front hoof is split from an
injury almost 10 years ago. The split is at the rear of the hoof
about 1" wide. I was told by the owner that it was never a concern
to them or previous owners who had this checked by vets and farriers.
I am concerned, although the horse was up to one month ago, used
in jumping events.
The owner showed me his potential and I saw no problem with the
way the horse moves. He will be reshod this Tuesday, I am getting
him this Sunday.
This may or may not be a problem, I don't know what is done to prevent
any further damage or injury, and I know that not many have experienced
this, but any comments would gladly be excepted and appreciated.
This horse (York) is presently in Stow, MA on Taylor Road, owned
by Murray/Janet Welch, for any of you who may know him.
| T.R | Title | User | Personal Name | Date | Lines |
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| 415.1 | HOOF CUTS | MILVAX::NICKERSON | Fri Oct 02 1987 09:23 | 6 | |
We have had a number of cuts like this (hard to tell when you haven't
seen it) on younger horses. With the proper care and farrier work
there should be no problem. The key for us is te farrier...
GOOD LUCK with your new friend.
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| 415.2 | hoof conditions | ASD::WIMBERG | Wed Oct 07 1987 15:10 | 9 | |
Absolutely - hang on to your farrier! The shoeing can make all the
difference. My TB's feet crumbled when you looked at them crooked
but the farrier worked wonders - but you have to have the farrier
come on a regular basis. You can back it up with tough'n up aroung
the nail holes and on the toe, Also rubbing Hoof Maker into the
corenet band will encourage new growth But! you must do this on
a frequent and regular basis (hoof maker not tough'n up)
Have fun!
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| 415.3 | MUD & JELLO | MIST::BACKSTROM | Thu Oct 08 1987 17:10 | 14 | |
RE: .2
My vet when asked about hoof conditioners said that every product
on the market blocks the hoof's ability to absorb moisture. He
recommends using just plain water by keeping the ground around
the water bucket muddy.
Both my vet and farrier recommended jello for growing more hoof.
Apparently jello is loaded with protein. Horses seem to like the
lime flavor best. About 1 or 2 boxes a week mixed in with their
grain.
Larry.
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| 415.4 | try changing the oil | CIMAMT::GILL | Wed Feb 24 1988 13:27 | 12 | |
This is a little late, but "better late than never"! After hearing
the same thing about hoof products preventing the hoof to absorb
moisture I asked the people that trained my horse what it is they
use, because their horses' feet are always in such great shape.
It seems that they use a combination of motor oil and lanolin which
is painted on every day/every other day. (They are noted and respected
trainers/teachers in cross country on a national level, the wife
has been long listed on the Olympic Team twice, so I believe they
know what they are doing!) Anyway, it works for them and me, is
relatively easy and inexpensive to make. Your farrier might know
how to make it up.
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| 415.5 | MRMARS::ALESSANDRINI | Fri Sep 14 1990 13:00 | 5 | ||
That would be mineral oil and not motar oil mixed with lanolin.
Hoof maker also works wonders. It will also make your nails grow
as well.
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