Hoof abscesses are a very common cause of sudden, severe lameness in horses encountered by veterinarians and farriers. These painful and often frustrating conditions occur when bacteria invade the sensitive tissues within the hoof, leading to localized infection and subsequent inflammation.

Are you thinking of selling a horse? Here are some do’s and don’ts to ensure that your horse hits the market once and hits it well.

Picture this, you have been in one job your whole life, know the routine and system and are really comfortable in that position but have never done anything else.