January 2004

Topical Care For Winter-Weary Hooves

Winter can be especially tough on a horse’s hooves, and you may need some added help.

Regular trimming is a good defense against hoof-snowball buildup.

Cold temperatures, dry air, frozen ground and alternate drying and soaking from snow and melting can cause a variety of problems including:

• Slowed hoof growth

• Drying…