| ANTZ |  |
| BREED | : | SB |
| AGE | : | 8 years old |
| HEIGHT | : | 15 hh |
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COMMENTS
Antz has forward type growth and her previous owners had not had her trimmed frequently enough, which has resulted in excess growth. 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 - Side View
25.01.08 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Side View
25.01.08 |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Underneath View
25.01.08 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Underneath View
25.01.08 |
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Long toes - observation
The toes are too long from either incorrect or infrequent trimming. Break over becomes difficult and excess force is placed on the toe area of the hoof resulting in compromised wall/laminar connection. (yellow arrow)
Action taken
The excess toe has been removed as much as possible and a mustang roll applied according to the thickness of hoof wall. Leverage forces are removed, thus facilitating a tight wall/laminar connection.
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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. (turquoise arrow)
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.
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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