Recent Lessons

Show all results for ""

Feature Overview

Ace your exams with our all-in-one platform for creating and sharing quizzes and tests.

Quizzes

Create quizzes and tests automatically from your content using AI.

Flashcards

Automatically turn your notes into digital flashcards.

Share, Export & Embed

Share with classmates or export to Excel and your learning management system.

Stats & Reporting

Auto-grading quizzes and tests with detailed stats and reports.

Mobile Apps

The smarter way to study – wherever you are.

Pricing

Search...

10 Questions

0 Views

Equine Podiatry Basics

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz

Study Flashcards

Spaced Repetition

Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the purpose of a Feather edged shoe?

To address atrophy of one side

When would you use a Donkey heeled shoe?

To prevent frog from taking proper bearing on the ground

What are some faults of shoeing caused by farriers?

Springing the heels, Opening the heel, Uneven bearing surface, Rasping the outer surface of wall, Paring the frog, Over reduction of wall

How does Springing the heels affect the hoof?

Leaves a space between the wall and the shoe at the heels Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Hunter shoe?

To prevent slipping Signup and view all the answers

Why cutting away the bars can be harmful?

It can lead to shrinkage and atrophy Signup and view all the answers

How does paring the frog negatively impact the hoof?

Causes thrushy frog which cannot absorb concussion Signup and view all the answers

What can result from over-reducing the wall of the hoof?

Lowering the heel, causing increased strain on back tendon Signup and view all the answers

How does a too long toe affect the horse?

Causes stumbling Signup and view all the answers

Why should the frog take its proper bearing on the ground?

To prevent wasting of the frog Signup and view all the answers