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Case study with radiographs - Alfie - a 12 year old ex-trotter with NPLA and compensatory pathological posture
Here you will learn via objective evidence, the assessment, impact of the implementation of a reductive intervention and hoof care recommendations aimed at improving Alfie's posture, development, hoof balance, comfort and welfare.
Beccy Smith
Nov 117 min read
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Making a custom hoof pad from DIM and bandaging the hoof to help hoof boots fit better
Watch Beccy Smith create a custom pad using special 2-part DIM (dental impression material) and bandage a hoof to assist with 24/7 hoof boot fit in a horse which previously had laminitis. This was recorded during a session with a client using a GoPro head cam!
Beccy Smith
Sep 52 min read
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Online Consult Recording: Case Study #7 - a fell pony with hind limb pathology
VIP Membership content Join Beccy Smith, and compassionate owner Ally in this detailed 2 part online equine podiatry consult recording featuring Allys 7 year old Fell pony mare Flora, who has suspected proximal suspensory desmopathy (PSD) and a history of stifle issues which often accompany low or negative hind hoof P3 angles (NPLA) and associated hind limb lameness and pathology. Online Consult case study #7 featuring Ally and Flora Ally describes Flora as "not happy to b
Beccy Smith
Sep 24 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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