Topic:Hoof Health

Hoof health in horses involves the study of the structure, function, and maintenance of the horse's hoof, which is vital for overall mobility and wellbeing. The hoof is composed of various structures, including the outer hoof wall, sole, frog, and internal components such as the laminae. These structures work together to support the horse's weight, absorb shock, and provide traction. Factors affecting hoof health include nutrition, environment, genetics, and management practices. Common hoof-related conditions include laminitis, thrush, and hoof cracks, which can impact a horse's performance and quality of life. This page compiles peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that explore the anatomy, physiology, and management of hoof health in horses, as well as strategies for prevention and treatment of hoof disorders.

The role of moisture in the physiology of the hoof of the harness horse.

Veterinary medicine, small animal clinician : VM, SAC April 1, 1966 Volume 61, Issue 4 342-347

Lambert F.No abstract available

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The repair of hoof cracks with acrylic.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association February 15, 1966 Volume 148, Issue 4 355-359

Evans LH, Jenny J, Raker CW.No abstract available

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Hoof repair with plastics.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association December 15, 1965 Volume 147, Issue 12 1340-1345

Jenny J, Evans LH, Raker CW.No abstract available

Zeitschrift fur Tierpsychologie November 1, 1965 Volume 22, Issue 6 696-723

Zannier-Tanner E.No abstract available

Monatshefte fur Veterinarmedizin September 1, 1965 Volume 20, Issue 17 730-736

Rohde FH, Ruthe H.No abstract available

Archiv fur experimentelle Veterinarmedizin July 1, 1965 Volume 19, Issue 3 927-931

Weiser M, Stöckl W, Walch H, Brenner G.No abstract available

Veterinary medicine, small animal clinician : VM, SAC March 1, 1965 Volume 60 248-254

LAYTON EW.No abstract available

Veterinary medicine, small animal clinician : VM, SAC March 1, 1965 Volume 60 255-261

GRAHAM CW.No abstract available

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A Teaching Aid for Foot Trimming.

The Cornell veterinarian July 1, 1964 Volume 54 394-398

LAYTON EW.No abstract available

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association March 15, 1964 Volume 144 607-611

BARRETT RB, KENNEY JS, RICKARD CG.No abstract available

Acta anatomica January 1, 1954 Volume 22, Issue 1 15-48

ERNST R.No abstract available

Zeitschrift fur mikroskopisch-anatomische Forschung January 1, 1954 Volume 60, Issue 4 556-572

ZIEGLER H.No abstract available

Canadian journal of comparative medicine and veterinary science April 1, 1951 Volume 15, Issue 4 94-95

JAMES NV.No abstract available

Revue de medecine veterinaire January 1, 1949 Volume 12 26-30

CHAVANCE J.No abstract available

Wiener tierarztliche Monatsschrift January 1, 1947 Volume 34, Issue 1 43

PETRACEK W.No abstract available

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Nail-wounds of the Feet of Horses.

The Journal of comparative medicine and veterinary archives October 1, 1898 Volume 19, Issue 10 647-651

Bell RR.No abstract available

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Shall Our Horses Wear Shoes?

The Journal of comparative medicine and surgery July 1, 1881 Volume 2, Issue 3 178-182

No abstract available

The Journal of comparative medicine and surgery July 1, 1881 Volume 2, Issue 3 162-169

McLellan EA.No abstract available

The Archives of comparative medicine and surgery April 1, 1880 Volume 1, Issue 2 79-86

Hamill J.No abstract available

September 14, 2026

The type of diet that a horse consumes is one of the most important factors determining the mineral profile and tensile strength of its hooves, so the quality and nutritional value of the supplied feed are fundamental to achieving satisfactory hoof quality. The objective of this study was to compare the differences in the mineral concentrations of sodium (Na), potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn), and Iron (Fe) between two diets, namely silage and a commercial concentrate, using atomic absorption spectrometry and to determine which led to higher increases in the hoof tensile strength of ho...