- Why does a hoof deform? - What happens during hoof treatment and why? - What exactly does
laminitis mean? - How do I get rid of the horn ga? The subject of hooves is associated with
numerous questions for many horse owners. Clarifying them can be life-decisive for the horse:
Knowing about the horse's hoof is animal welfare. This manual describes in detail and in a
clearly understandable way the functions and shape of the hoof as well as the influences acting
on it. Hooves can thus be better assessed and communication with blacksmiths farriers and
veterinarians is facilitated. The processes in the hoof are explained in their interplay with
the muscles and tendons of the horse's leg. Knowledge of these interrelationships trains
awareness of the effects of conformation posture riding and lunging on the hoof and
musculoskeletal system. Kati Jurth counters dogmas and short-lived trends about the horse's
hoof with an objective and scientifically oriented view. Thus the question of shoeing or
barefoot is not decided according to a certain school but on the basis of the current needs of
the individual horse and if necessary in close consultation with veterinarians. Last but not
least this book awakens enthusiasm for the miracle work that is the hoof - anyone who has read
it will see horses and their movements with different eyes!
