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Re: [RC] Observation re US and WEC - Magnumsmom

Angie wrote:
> It seemed that there was an awful lot of talk of "shoeing problems"
> with our squad. Were these truly "shoeing problems" caused by change,
> or "foot problems" which always compromise about 90% of all lamenesses?

I know that 90% of lamenesses in the general horse population are
attributed to the hoof, but are 90% of endurance lameness issues
really in the hoof?  I'd think we see more tendon / ligament issues
than the general horse population.  Does anyone know? 
Just curious here,

Kathy Myers
in Santa Fe, NM