Equine Podiatry Basics

To address atrophy of one side

To prevent frog from taking proper bearing on the ground

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

<p>Leaves a space between the wall and the shoe at the heels</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent slipping</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can lead to shrinkage and atrophy</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Causes thrushy frog which cannot absorb concussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lowering the heel, causing increased strain on back tendon</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Causes stumbling</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent wasting of the frog</p> Signup and view all the answers