Fran Jurga`s Hoofcare + Lameness
Thursday, May 25, 2006

Laminitis Prevention for Barbaro: Copper Sulfate Silicon Hoof Packing and Sigafoos Glue-On Shoe on “The Good Foot”

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Barbaro's "good" foot is shod with a glue-on double hospital-plate support device. Photo © Rob Sigafoos. Photos by Susan Ha...

Diagram of Support Shoe Package for Barbaro

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This artwork was provided by Rob Sigafoos and New Bolton Center. In order to post it here, it had to be reduced in size and resolution. I ...

Official text from New Bolton Center on Barbaro’s support shoe

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One of the complications that can occur following leg fractures in horses is the risk of developing laminitis in the opposite foot from bear...

Dutch Hoof Balance PhD Thesis "Distal Limb Development and Effects of Shoeing Techniques on Limb Dynamics of Today's Equine Athlete" by Meike Van Heel Published

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"Distal Limb Development and Effects of Shoeing Techniques on Limb Dynamics of Today's Equine Athlete" has been published i...
Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Bachelor's degree in farrier science in the future?

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"As a result of the validation of both (these) courses, farriery is now recognized as a true profession alongside Doctors, Lawyers, Acc...

Can't get enough Barbaro? More links!

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And the links go on... This is getting a little lengthy...but some people want to read it all. So here you go! I am updating this regularly,...
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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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