Re: 4 nailed.

[Tivers <Tivers@aol.com>]

In a message dated 98-05-11 15:47:22 EDT, flemmerl@rcbhsc.wvu.edu writes:

<< The last nail behind the centerline acts as a limit to the hoof's expansion
 and contraction.  It CAN make a horse very sore.  If in doubt, pull those
 nails only & see if he improves in 3 to 4 days.
 
 When we need added stability, we prefer side clips rather than a fopurth nail
 on each quarter.
 
 Linda Flemmer >>


Yes. Precisely.

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