(updated 08-02-14) Oxine AH
is a powerful and economical weapon against topical fungal and bacterial infections of the hoof and lower leg – such as thrush, white line disease, and scratches. Use the supplies and instructions listed below to treat your horse’s feet with Oxine AH. Read the rest of this entry »
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Tags: abscesses, Hoof Boots, Oxine, scratches, seedy toe, thrush, white line disease

A hoof stand holds up a horse’s feet so you don’t have to!
Using a hoof stand when trimming your horse’s feet can save you time, energy, and wear and tear on your arms, legs, and back.
How do I use a hoof stand?
Use the links below to watch hoof stand how-to videos:
Watch a video about hoof trimming using a Hoofjack hoof stand.
Download hoof stand how-to videos or request a free DVD by mail from Hoofjack.
Tags: hoof trimming, product reviews, tools
Buy these books to create an instant starter library if you’re a new horse owner!
Whether you’re new to the horse game, or are returning after a break, these readable, user-friendly books provide a broad base of information on caring for your equine and on safely interacting with him on the ground and from the saddle.
Tags: books, donkeys, feeds, first aid, good manners, horse trailers, product reviews
Improve Your Riding
Learn Biomechanics with Colleen Kelly
www.colleenkelly.net
Friday evening biomechanics presentation at the Ramada Inn on Hwy 96 in Arrington TN, this Friday evening, Apr 2, at 6:30pm for $45. It’s a 2-hour session that may run longer. Please check with PeachTree Farms on group rates for Pony Clubs or 4-H groups. Rates for lessons on the registration form linked below.
Auditing is $50 for both days or $30 for one day.
April 1-3 at Peachtree Farms
PEACHTREE FARMS P.O. Box  97 Arrington TN 37014 615-419-1089Tags: biomechanics
Is your farrier or hoof trimmer doing a good job? Does your horse have hoof health issues that have gone unrecognized? These books provide the information you need to become an educated consumer of hoof care, to begin learning to perform a basic hoof trim, and beyond.
Tags: books, hoof trimming, laminitis, navicular