| NEMO |  |
| BREED | : | Miniature |
| AGE | : | 8 years old |
| HEIGHT | : | 10 hh |
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COMMENTS
Infrequent trims have resulted in extremely under run heels and excessively long toes for Nemo. The toes have been backed up as much as possible and whilst the after photos do not show a perfect hoof, with more frequent trimming the hooves will become strong, healthy and well functioning. |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Side View
05.05.09 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Front - Side View
05.05.09 |
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Before 1st Corrective Trim
Left Hind - Underneath View
05.05.09 |
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After 1st Corrective Trim
Left Hind - Underneath View
05.05.09 |
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Under run heels - observation
The tendency for forward (rather than upward) hoof growth, along with incorrect or infrequent trimming has resulted in heels that have migrated too far forward, with downward force being concentrated in an area which has no support. (yellow arrows)
Action taken
By applying correct trimming techniques, heel support has been created as much as possible, and over time more upright growth will be encouraged.
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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. (turquoise arrows)
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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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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