Trainer: Stephen E. O’Grady
Length: 12:31 Minutes

Common Hoof Problems with Dr. Stephen O'Grady

As a veterinarian and a farrier, Dr. Steve O’Grady is very familiar with the fascinating structures that make up an equine athlete’s hoof. And while keeping a horse’s feet healthy is always the best prevention, problems can still occur. O’Grady explains how horse owners must know their horse’s feet, routinely examine them for potential issues, and maintain regular farrier work. He then provides an overview of four common hoof problems: hoof abscesses, thrush, foot bruising, and hoof wall defects (such as cracks). O’Grady also discusses how horse owners can identify each of these conditions if they happen to occur in their own horses; possible treatment options; and when to seek expert assistance from a veterinarian and/or farrier.

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