Fran Jurga`s Hoofcare + Lameness
Thursday, April 30, 2015

Why They Run: The Hoof of Fire Horse Number 12

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A team of fire horses speeding to the famous Triangle Shirtwaist Fire in New York City in 1911. When they got there, the firemen could do...

Shoeing for the Roses: Shoe-Shy Mubtaahij's Barefoot Hoofcare for Kentucky Derby

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Not every horse's journey to the Kentucky Derby​ left a trail of classic hoofprints in the dirt. One horse's prints probably sh...
Friday, April 10, 2015

Dr. William Moyer Retires from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine

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Dr. William Moyer retired last month after 22 years of service to the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. His writing and spea...
Friday, April 03, 2015

Ageless Tahoe Warrior Runs Again: In Shoes, This Time, for Keeneland's New Dirt Track

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At some point today, someone in the stands at Keeneland Racecourse is sure to read the fine print in the program and notice that in the ...
Wednesday, April 01, 2015

Bare Bones in London: Is Trafalgar Square's Ode to Equine Anatomy an April Fool's Prank?

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Saturday, March 28, 2015

Dubai World Cup: Will the Dirt Track Renaissance Affect the Shoeing for the World's Richest Race?

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It's early morning in Dubai. Meydan Racecourse is preparing for a big day culminating in the world's very richest race. And ...
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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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