Posted by Kris Hazelbaker on May 27, 2000 at 09:19:19:
In Reply to: Foal hooves posted by Kris Hazelbaker on April 21, 2000 at 08:37:00:
: I have a new (4 days old) foal. The toes on his back feet seem long to me. When he stands, his whole foot is tipped back to the point that the toe is often off the ground. His pastern angles are fine, it's just the foot. Anyone have thoughts or experience with trimming little babies like this? Or should I just let it wear off? He's turned out in a small paddock with his mom, and the ground is fairly hard right now.
: Thanks much!
Well, 6 weeks later, I have filed the toes of all of his feet and he looks much better. He's in a large, 20-30 acre rocky pasture, and I think he will keep them worn off at the right length for now. I'll just be checking him to make sure they are wearing evenly, and straighten things up if necessary.