• Articles

    Treating Thrush

    At various points throughout the year, I see an increase in deep central sulci, poor frog health and thrush.  Poorly frogs are a great concern to me, due to the wide range of issues that can potentially arise from a compromised frog. Beside addressing the cause (e.g. diet, metabolic issues, poor hygiene, biomechanical issues), I often recommend a topical treatment. The graphic shows how a horse who avoids using a sore frog/back of the foot will fall into patterns that create a vicious circle, from which it is difficult to get out of – e.g. a horse that has sore…

  • Articles,  Trimming

    Trimming

    This is Missy at her last trim. I was just finishing up trimming, taking post trim photos, as she calmly stood and watched. She’d been an absolute star throughout the trim. Somewhat different from other trims we…