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Find out how to ensure your horse remains comfortable even after a DSLD diagnosis... 
The Ins & Outs of Degenerative Suspensory Ligament Disease  Does you horse show any of the following symptoms? Stumbling and tripping Digging hole and standing with fronts in the hole...

Using Scoot Boots for rehabbing purposes by Scoot Boot co-founder, Dave Macdonald
An Introduction by Dave Macdonald, Former Farrier & Creator of Scoot Boots  Hi all, and welcome to the world of rehab for horses using Scoot Boots!    We are sharing...

Gwen Santagate explains the connection between the immune system and the metabolic hoof.
The Metabolic Hoof  So many are challenged with horses who have EMS, IR, cushings and other immune-related conditions; all of which land right in the hooves.   Remember... everything lands...

Part 4 explains benefits of barefoot and booted for a heel-first landing!
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 4  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

Part 3 outlines the dangers and consequences of a long-term toe-first landing.
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 3  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

Part 2 gives an overview of the benefits of heel-first landings for your horse!
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 2  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

My horse has just been diagnosed with White Line Disease, how can I ensure that my horse's hooves will return to the solid, strong hooves that they're intended to be?
Does Your Horse Battle with White Line Disease?  It is a nasty, horrible, no good state of affairs, and a pain in the - ahem - derriere/hoof to deal with....

We ride 3-hooved horses much more than we think. What can we do to balance our furry friends?
Ever Tried Riding a '3-Hooved' Horse? Of course we've all heard the saying, "No hoof, no horse." But have you ever thought about trying to ride a 3-hooved horse?  ...