A Landmark First: The Inaugural ZHTP Exotic Hoof & Nail Conference at Denver Zoo
8 October 2026 Uncategorised
Early September saw an important milestone for zoo hoof care, as professionals from across the zoological community came together ...
Hoof Care Under Glue-On Shoes: What’s Happening Beneath the Shoe?
1 October 2026 Hoof care
Glue-on horseshoes have transformed the options available to farriers and horse owners. For horses with compromised hoof walls, horses transitioning ...
Thrush Demystified: Causes, Signs and Solutions
29 June 2026 Hoof care
Thrush: it’s smelly, it’s slimy, and it’s something almost every horse owner will come across at some point. If you’ve ...
How To Support Your Horse’s Hooves Through Every Stage Of Life
8 May 2026 Hoof care
A horse’s hooves might seem like just another part of the body, but they’re actually one of the most important ...
Hooves Across The Highlands: How Hoof Care Differs Between Scotland and England
21 November 2025 Hoof care Interviews
Hoof care isn’t a one-size-fits-all process, and where a horse lives can make a big difference to how their feet ...
How To Manage Central Sulcus Infections In Horses
3 October 2025 Hoof care
When it comes to hoof health, the frog is often one of the most overlooked structures – yet it plays ...
Glue-on Horseshoes: Help or hinderance?
22 September 2025 Hoof care
As more horse owners revert away from traditional metal shoes, the barefoot movement continues to gain traction, backed by increasing ...
How to Train Your Horse to Stand Calmly for the Farrier or Hoof Care Professional
8 September 2025 Hoof care Horse behaviour
Let’s be honest – there’s nothing more stressful (or downright embarrassing) than when your horse refuses to behave for their ...
6 Common Skin Conditions to Watch For
1 September 2025 Skin care
From flaky patches to oozing scabs, skin issues are a frequent – and frustrating – part of horse ownership. Whether ...
The Whole Horse Approach: Real Talk with an Equine Podiatrist
11 August 2025 Hoof care Interviews
Hoof health is a topic full of opinions, myths and often conflicting advice. To help demystify it all, we caught ...