Re: white hooves
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] phil, if it helps your research at all, oz has a white stripe in one of his back feet, though at this moment i can't remember which one. his registered name is oslo gull, if you want to compare with anyone else. laurie, and oz the very svelte ** AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com. The FjordHorse List archives can be found at: http://tinyurl.com/rcepw
Re: White hooves
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 4/11/2004 7:25:34 AM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Now, in sandy Florida, that Curly has brittle hooves. So, all I can conclude is that I'd rather be in Montana!! LOL! Sand seems to be the toughest on hooves. No wonder Arabs developed super strong feet in the desert! Looking at photos of wild/feral horses in various parts of the world, I see that those in sandy/marshy places have hooves which overgrow quite a bit, split up the toe and quarter, then break off in great pieces. Horses on rockier ground, like our Mustangs in Nevada, seem to maintain a constant hoof shape due to the constant "filing." / )_~ /L/L Brigid Wasson SF Bay Area, CA www.Brigid.Clickryder.com
Re: fear of riding & white hooves
This message is from: "Pat Holland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > thanks for posting the article, i am going to print it and read it over > again. > > laurie with > central minnesota I'm very glad the article helped. I think there are many people out there whom will not admit the fear - for some reason horse people feel they have to be macho - or perhaps its the old "cowboy" - get back on and ride it out thinking. Who knows. Good luck Laurie - keep us up on your progress, as they said it sometimes takes time. discussing the theory that white hoofs are not as > durable as dark hoofs. I have a QH gelding right now with four white - and he is a royal pain in keeping his feet healthy. I pick his feet daily, apply hoof dressing as needed and now have a thrush and white line problem thats driving me crazy. He is either in a clean stall or a clean paddock. He is 100% healthy otherwise - I've tried the Biotin route - and thrush medicine - Iodine, Clorox and water, Kopertox, I keep his feet clean and medicate every day. If anyone has any other suggestions please let me know. This horse does not stand in mud or manure pack. Pat Holland Northwestern Illinois
Re: White hooves
This message is from: "ruth bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > The best farrier that I've ever had (in Montana) told me that the black > hooves were tougher>>> So, all I can conclude is that I'd rather be in Montana!! > > ;-) > > Vicki Johnston > Mims, Florida HEY VICKI... wish you were too =) since having posted that query about white hooves versus black hooves, I've done some Internet research on the subject... (and incidentally, THANKS very much to all who chimed in with their perspective)... and I found many comments about white hooves being softer (several ads for hoof care products aimed at white hooves). there were a couple remarks that it is a myth but they were by far the minority and unsubstantiated. inconclusive survey I know... it's apparently one of those issues that is debatable. I came across the Fjord site on coloring several times where it mentions the red dun sometimes being born with white hooves... interesting stuff. I kept some of the references if anyone is interested in them. so I've not yet decided either... will ask our farrier next time he's out. I suppose the only significance in knowing for sure would be the marketing value of the superior Fjord hooves =))) why are they always trying to take our myths away from us ? =))) Ruthie, nw mt
White hooves
This message is from: Vicki and Tony Johnston <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> The best farrier that I've ever had (in Montana) told me that the black hooves were tougher. He used to tell his apprentices that my Bashkir Curly had the closest to perfect hooves that they would ever see. Now, in sandy Florida, that Curly has brittle hooves. I have an Arab with white hooves that has splits that I can't cure. I have another Arab that has some white in her hooves and they have always stayed in great condition. And of course, my Fjord has no problems. So, all I can conclude is that I'd rather be in Montana!! ;-) Vicki Johnston Mims, Florida
Re: White Hooves
This message is from: Emma Bicknell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I was always told as a child that white hooves were weaker and harder to care for and have accepted that, but it could well have been erroneous. I used to have a chestnut mare with white feet and stockings, but as I think about it now I can't remember there being any particular problem with her feet over any other horse's. Then again, she was an Arab which might complicate things! My older Fjord mare's feet are a bit dry and fragile at the moment and we are treating them regularly...I suppose its a combination of factors. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 4/9/2004 4:09:01 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I would beg to differ with you on this. We just finished a farrier course and every time we got out a new set of hooves we all went for the white ones. They were softer and much easier to work with. My two cents worth. The relative softness probably had more to do with the animal's breed, health, and living conditions than color. Stalled horses have weaker feet, as do shod horses. Breeds like Arabs and Fjords are known for their granite-like feet, especially when kept barefoot. Too many factors. / )_~ /L/L Brigid Wasson SF Bay Area, CA www.Brigid.Clickryder.com
Re: White Hooves
This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 4/9/2004 4:09:01 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I would beg to differ with you on this. We just finished a farrier course and every time we got out a new set of hooves we all went for the white ones. They were softer and much easier to work with. My two cents worth. The relative softness probably had more to do with the animal's breed, health, and living conditions than color. Stalled horses have weaker feet, as do shod horses. Breeds like Arabs and Fjords are known for their granite-like feet, especially when kept barefoot. Too many factors. / )_~ /L/L Brigid Wasson SF Bay Area, CA www.Brigid.Clickryder.com
RE: White Hooves
This message is from: Holly Tuck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I would beg to differ with you on this. We just finished a farrier course and every time we got out a new set of hooves we all went for the white ones. They were softer and much easier to work with. My two cents worth. Holly
RE: White Hooves
This message is from: "Gail Russell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I'm not an expert, but it is pretty common knowledge that hoof color has nothing to do with durability. I have several times seen it listed as a Horse Myth. This message is from: "ruth bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I am on another list that is discussing the theory that white hoofs are not as durable as dark hoofs
White Hooves
This message is from: "ruth bushnell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I am on another list that is discussing the theory that white hoofs are not as durable as dark hoofs. (I had heard that too all my life) One person claims that there is no difference. I do know that the Fjord horse has phenomenally hard hooves but I don't know much about white hoofs could any of you hoof specialists comment please? Ruthie, nw mt (hoofs, hooves, you sort it out =)))
