I’m traveling this week, so I thought it would be a great opportunity to revisit a fun conversation from the podcast!
As hoofcare providers, we often make adjustments to the hoof with a specific goal in mind… but are those changes actually doing what we think they’re doing?
In this throwback episode, I chat with Dr. Jenny Hagen, veterinarian, farrier, and researcher, about hoof balance and the biomechanics behind common trimming and shoeing practices. Does adjusting one side of the hoof really improve mediolateral balance? Does raising the heels have the effect on soft tissues that we expect? And how much do we really know about the changes we’re making? This conversation is a great reminder to continually question what we think we know, stay curious, and let research guide our approach to hoofcare.
Whether you missed this episode the first time around or are listening again, I hope it gives you something to think about the next time you’re looking at a horse’s feet! You can hear the entire conversation on any podcast app under “The Humble Hoof,” or directly at this link.
