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Glossary of terms of the horses hoof
Uncover the language of the hoof with our comprehensive glossary of equine hoof terms. Perfect for horse owners, professionals, enthusiasts
Beccy Smith
Jan 21, 202411 min read
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Pro-Active Hoof Trimming Webinar: Trimming Considerations for Barefoot Horses in Rehab with Q&A
Step by the step review of trimming considerations applied to a horse in rehab with less than healthy or ideal hoof morphology
Beccy Smith
Dec 30, 20233 min read
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PRO Active Hoof Trimming Series - Trimming Considerations - #1 Topcat - example of a horse in rehab
Join fellow Integrative Equine Podiatrist Fiona Varian from Fluid Movements while she trims the right fore hoof of a horse in rehab
Beccy Smith
Dec 15, 20233 min read
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PRO-Active trimming series - horses with low heel & Plantar P3 angles - Turtle
Join me while I trim the wall on a horse with low plantar P3 angles and under run heels.
Beccy Smith
Dec 10, 20232 min read
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PRO-Active hoof trimming video series - bars & frogs - Daffy
Join me as I share with you a video featuring frog and bar trimming and use of my hoof knives on a 19 year old Welsh Cob x cob with Cushings
Beccy Smith
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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PRO-Active hoof care video series - review of a post-winter rock crunching hoof (Layla)
Join me as I review a rock crunching 22 year old retired Irish Sport Horse mare called Layla after hoof rehab and a winter turned out 24/7
Beccy Smith
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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PRO-Active hoof trimming video of a horse with arthritis & Equine Cushings disease ("Sandy")
Join me as I trim an Welsh Section D cob called Sandy, who has arthritis in his stifles and Equine
Beccy Smith
Dec 2, 20233 min read
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Recognising healthy hoof (and posture) ideals webinar (for VIP members only)
In this webinar, recorded by the IETA UK & Ireland I share how I recognise a healthy hooves & posture and how I use hoof map to good effect
Beccy Smith
Nov 16, 20232 min read
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Are horse owners making informed decisions about their horses hoof care?
With so many hoof care methods being used in the UK and around the world, how can an owner make a truly informed decision for their horse?
Beccy Smith
Apr 14, 20234 min read
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Hoof assessment #1- negative plantar angle (NPA) & associated health risks
Learn how to recognise NPA & the associated health risks to horses, why it is important to seek appropriate support, and how to rehab NPA
Beccy Smith
Apr 11, 202310 min read
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Does your horse need hoof rehab?
Learn how to easily recognise a horse who needs hoof rehab, why to rehab the hooves, what to do if your horse needs hoof rehab
Beccy Smith
Apr 3, 202310 min read
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What does a truly healthy hoof look like and how might we achieve this?
What is a truly healthy hoof, how is it achieved, the problems in the hoof care industry and what to ask your farrier, trimmer or EP!
Beccy Smith
Apr 1, 202315 min read
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NEW online interactive events starting January 2023 - Horse Hoof & Body Documenting Q&A
Special event open to anyone who has enrolled in our FREE online documenting course. Ask questions and send us your images for review!
Beccy Smith
Nov 28, 20222 min read
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The International Farriery Research Symposium 2022 - discounted tickets!
We highly recommend conscientious horse owners, carers and equine professionals attend this event on the 10th -24th September via Zoom.
Beccy Smith
Aug 30, 20222 min read
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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
Beccy Smith
Feb 3, 20222 min read
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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
Beccy Smith
Jan 16, 20227 min read
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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!
Beccy Smith
Sep 20, 202111 min read
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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.
Beccy Smith
Sep 13, 20219 min read
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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!
Beccy Smith
Jul 4, 20213 min read
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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...
Beccy Smith
Apr 14, 20211 min read
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