Fran Jurga`s Hoofcare + Lameness
Showing posts with label single-toed horse. Show all posts
Showing posts with label single-toed horse. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Did horse feet evolve for endurance travel at the trot rather than speed at the gallop?

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Fight or flight. Run or be eaten. We were all taught that horses evolved to have single toes because they were the prey of predators. A ...
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Hoofcare Publishing chronicles progress in the art and science of preventing, recognizing and treating lameness problems in horses. Methods covered range from barefoot trimming to hoof boots, horseshoeing, equine podiatry and veterinary medical and surgical treatment. The history and culture of the professions are also a feature. The Hoof Blog is written for and by the dedicated professionals from all fields who are at work in the rewarding pursuit of optimizing performance or facilitating rehabilitation. Hoofcare Publishing supports and champions a diverse worldwide community of professionals via a portfolio of educational and media projects and publications. Fran Jurga's Hoof Blog © 2004-2024 Hoofcare Publishing. No use of content or images without permission. Social media sharing is encouraged and appreciated.
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