Product Description

This comprehensive text not only covers basic principles of horseshoeing, but also focuses on medical and surgical foot care management. Starting with the anatomy and physiology of the equine foot, this one-of-a-kind book then evaluates the foot, its pathological conditions (including structural, developmental, and traumatic conditions in addition to laminitis), balancing and shoeing the healthy and diseased equine hoof, and ends with a chapter on new directions in equine podiatry, written by cutting-edge researchers in the field.

• Written by and for both veterinarians and farriers, this book makes it easier for veterinarians and farriers to collaborate on the proper care and shoeing of the horse's foot.
• Text is devoted entirely to equine podiatry - with 70 percent to 80 percent of lameness problems involving the foot, this comprehensive discussion is invaluable to the equine practitioner.
• Highly respected and qualified authors from all over the world provide expert information, along with a chapter on the future of equine podiatry.
• Beautiful 4-color design and art program gives the reader helpful visual aids that clarify explanations in the text.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #673971 in Books
• Published on: 2007-05-16
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 480 pages

Customer Reviews

Great book, very informative.
I have been studying farrier science and this book without a doubt fills in the gaps of hoof diseases, treatments, and broadens my understanding of farrier work.

truly an expert
After personally working with Dr Floyd on an acute chronic laminitis case, I am SO impressed with her expertise and experience. As the farrier, I was privileged to participate in assisting with a surgery that became a terrific success. I learned a great deal from Dr. Floyd. I can't wait to get my hands on this book!