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Beccy Smith
Feb 3, 20222 min read
Why evidence based podiatry should be the norm in modern hoof care
Evidence based podiatry is what we do - learn how we helped one horse recovery quickly from laminitis and demonstrate the improvements too
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Beccy Smith
Jan 16, 20227 min read
Use of wedged pads and boots - "Sun"
In this article, learn how we assessed, trimmed and provided ongoing stimulus without compromising on balance and protection
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Beccy Smith
Sep 20, 202111 min read
How to document (images and radiographs) for successful hoof care and promote soundness in horses
n this article, learn how and why to document using photos and radiographs, what to do with the images and where to get help!
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Beccy Smith
Sep 13, 20219 min read
Health, safety & welfare considerations for successful hoof care & sound horses
This article outlines the ways in which hoof care professionals might experience health conditions & how these might be lessened or avoided.
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Beccy Smith
Jul 4, 20213 min read
Special Summer offer for Cumbrian Horse Owners!
We want to support local horse owners and are offering our flagship, top quality Equine Podiatry service for a reduced price!
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Beccy Smith
Apr 14, 20211 min read
Hoof Scoring for PRO-Active, preventative whole horse hoof care
Hoof scoring is perhaps the most important tool in the integrative and PRO-Active equine podiatrists tool box. Hoof scoring is critical...
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Beccy Smith
Apr 6, 20217 min read
Guide to Using Hoof Boots and Pads
Hoof Boots are just one potential intervention to help create and maintain healthy hoof ideals and posture in horses. Used appropriately,...
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Beccy Smith
Apr 6, 20213 min read
Identifying healthy hoof ideals
This really is the starting point in any assessment of the horse and posture and we will refer to these before providing any...
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Beccy Smith
Apr 1, 20213 min read
No heels, no horse!
The common practice of trimming heels short in order to achieve an idea of "ideal" (healthy ground contact for the frog) contributes to...
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Beccy Smith
Apr 1, 20212 min read
Successful integrative barefoot hoof care needs teamwork!
...as demonstrated here in this challenging case. We apply healthy hoof guidelines to assess the current balance and decide on...
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Beccy Smith
Mar 30, 20213 min read
Why we trim the HORSE and not simply the HOOF!
A truly integrative approach considers all aspects influential in well-being and resilience. As non-farriers, our choices of...
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Beccy Smith
Mar 29, 20216 min read
What does "long toes" really mean?
‘LONG TOES’ are usually LOW PALMAR P3 ANGLES and places the horse at GREATER RISK of INJURY, TRAUMA, DISEASE AND INFECTION! When I am...
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Feb 24, 20211 min read
What does the horse's posture tell us?
The answer is A LOT! Simply put, a comfortable horse with comfortable body and balanced hooves will stand relaxed, without tension and...
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Feb 12, 20212 min read
Trimming is an art...
Knowing how the hoof capsule relates to the inner foot, limb and horse at any point of the horse’s stride, the influence of the rider,...
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