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Post by Lukey D. on Oct 13, 2008 21:51:13 GMT -5
I went to see Luke on Saturday and noticed that he has a crack all the way up his front hoof. What can I do about it? He's not lame or anything, but is it safe to ride him?
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Post by ZenRider on Oct 13, 2008 22:01:09 GMT -5
I'd ask your farrier. You can get a line up the outside that won't effect the inside of the stronger more integral part of the hoof wall, but I'd ask a farrier before doing any real riding and such. They can do things to stabilize it so it doesn't get worst.
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Post by Pam on Oct 21, 2008 21:04:02 GMT -5
Look at the bottom of Luke's foot. This will tell you if it's just a surface crack or if it goes deeper. Surface cracks are pretty common, especially when there are alternating dry/wet conditions. As Zen said, if it's just a surface crack it's nothing to worry about, but if it goes deeper, you farrier will have to help you prevent it from becoming a problem. Usually for a deep crack, shoes are in order until it grows out. Your best bet is to ask your farrier the next time he is out.
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