The foot gives off a pungent odour, and there is unpleasant black discharge from the frog. There is a general disintegration of tissue, and if untreated, infection will Details...
Nail bind is similar but is the result of the farrier driving a nail too close to the sensitive structures resulting in uncomfortable pressure Details...
Overfeeding lack of exercise, and concussion are all contributors to laminitis. It is more commonly seen in ponies, and normally affects the front feet Details...
Navicular is a very complex disease about which little is known. Narrow and very concave feet may contribute to it, as may concussion, but it results in a reduced Details...
