Equine Podiatry Services - Teresa Wilson

19/06/2025

Really pleased to see a horse that I removed her shoes 4 weeks ago, I trimmed today and already the horse is offering a majority of heel first landings.
Frogs had pr*****ed through the shoes and in the 4 weeks they were back in the correct place meaning more comfort in the caudal area of the hoof - now to work on building a stronger caudal area.
Not all horses develop this quickly coming out of shoes. A good Hoofcare professional will be able to tell you what to expect, give you a plan and support you to transition your horse to go barefoot.

15/06/2025

Improving the negative plantar angles of these hooves with absolutely no rasping or thinning of the dorsal hoof wall. Double heel height achieved and toe has come back naturally.
Photos taken 5 months apart.

08/06/2025

25 years old this month, constantly striving to improve his metabolic health and hooves. Lots of small wins even at 25.

06/05/2025

🩺 Cushing and pseudo-Cushing are often confused, but there are important differences!

Cushing’s disease (PPID) in horses is caused by a benign tumour on the pituitary gland, which leads to increased production of ACTH. This, in turn, stimulates excessive cortisol release from the adrenal glands. It’s the persistently high cortisol levels that cause the typical symptoms — including a long or curly coat, excessive drinking and urination, muscle wasting, weight loss, behavioural changes, and a higher risk of laminitis.

Pseudo-Cushing presents with the same symptoms but is caused by a dysfunction of the adrenal glands rather than a tumour on the pituitary gland. In many cases, triggers include chronic stress, insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, or organic selenium supplementation in the past.

🔑 Pro tip:
Have a full blood panel done, including an EMS profile. A therapist can help you uncover what’s really behind your horse’s symptoms. 🌿

👉 Read the article to learn how to correctly identify the signs of Cushing or pseudo-Cushing!

https://sanoanimal.com/en/2021/01/28/how-to-recognise-equine-cushings-disease-correctly/

24/04/2025

I see this all the time in the U.K. most people do not understand the difference between organic and inorganic and the differences in absorption within the body.
Do you?

Selenium is an essential trace element for your horse – but did you know that too much of it
can actually cause problems? 😱

✨ While this trace element is crucial for your horse’s health, studies show that high levels of organic selenium may contribute to insulin resistance and other metabolic issues.

🤔 This risk is often overlooked. But excess selenium can silently impact your horse’s health—especially when combined with poor nutrition or lack of exercise. But don’t worry – it’s easy to ensure your horse gets the right amount!

What Can You Do?
✅ Check your horse’s current supplements – does it contain selenium? In what form?
✅ Have your vet regularly monitor your horse’s mineral levels.

🩺 Simple steps like these help you avoid overdosing and ensure optimal health support for your horse.

Don’t wait for warning signs! Learn more about how to balance your horse’s mineral intake properly. 🐎💚

👉 Read more about proper selenium supplementation here: LINK

https://sanoanimal.com/en/2024/11/15/organic-selenium-and-the-rebound-effect-risks-of-supplementing-selenium/

22/04/2025

17/04/2025

Dr Fritz is coming to Wellington Equestrian, I can promise you won’t be disappointed.

15/04/2025

What a difference 5 months makes of trimming to allow the hoof to expand and function.

This horse was lame with a toe first landing and when you look at the caudal area (back) of the hoof it’s very cramped and pinching (bottom photos).
In the top photos you can see just how much expansion we’ve been able to achieve.

The horse is now sound with a heel first landing on each stride. Caudal area has opened up well allowing the internal structures to function again.

11/04/2025

Really interesting post and was actually only just having this conversation with a client today whilst trimming her horses.

09/04/2025

A quick visit to the beautiful New Forest last night after a days trimming for a great talk.

25/02/2025

Fantastic day on the Farrier Awareness Day presented and hosted by Paul Horner, so much to learn. Different methods to achieve the same result.

04/02/2025

A really good visual that I’ll be using to show my clients what we’re aiming for when I talk about developing the digital cushion.
Bottom photo - look at the bone alignment, strain on the ligaments/tendons, crushed navicular bone, thinner soles…..

The digital cushion is a vital structure within a horse's hoof, acting as a natural shock absorber and playing a key role in circulation and overall hoof health. A well-developed digital cushion provides support and stability, reducing strain on the tendons, ligaments, and joints. It helps protect against lameness, improves a horse's ability to handle varied terrain, and contributes to long-term soundness. Poorly developed digital cushions, often seen in under-stimulated or shod hooves, can lead to issues like poor shock absorption and compromised hoof function. Encouraging natural movement and proper hoof care is essential to develop and maintain this critical structure.