Describe the basics of hoof care.

Description should include

  • trimming
  • shoeing
  • common hoof problems.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What is a farrier’s role in hoof care?
  • What are the advantages and disadvantages of a shod vs. a barefoot horse?
  • What is meant by lameness?
  • What is laminitis, and how does it relate to hoof care?
  • What type of stance might a horse with founder exhibit?
  • What is navicular, and what stance might a horse with navicular exhibit?

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