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Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2001 1:21
AM
Subject: RC: contracted heels
Bob M. had it right.... just make sure that
trim is a good natural "Strasser Trim"... a lot of concavity, hollow out the
quarters some, (sides of the hoof wall), low heels, (hairline should be a 30
degree angle) and do what is called opening cuts on the contracted part of the
heel to help nature along in spreading it back out. See these web pages
for more detailed information:
Barefootin' is an incredible discovery for bringing
health back to the foot. No more interference, forging, thrush,
navicular syndrome..... cures founder & laminitis too. Almost anyone
can learn to trim... and once the horses have had a few months of work
barefooted, they (depending on the horse's hoof & the terrain) can
go barefooted for life. OR.... there is a product called horsneakers
(see web page) that can be worn during the transition or on really rocky
ground competitions. Read LIFETIME OF SOUNDNESS by
Hiltrud Strasser DVM and it will change your life & how you look at your
horses feet. You can actually be in charge of his feet like you are his
food & what tack he wears.... amazing
freedom!!!
djbd
Darolyn
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Here
is one for all you farriers out there.
Best thing to do for contracted heels.
Kath