Rood & Riddle Equine Podiatry

Rood & Riddle Equine Podiatry Rood and Riddle Equine Podiatry is a group of specialized veterinarians and farriers dedicated to the

Rood and Riddle Equine Podiatry recognizes the extreme importance of proper hoof care of the horse. We specialize in therapeutic shoeing and management of all disease processes of the equine hoof in addition to maintaining the high demands of the athletic horse.

06/11/2025

OEPS 2025, join us in educating the next generation of equine veterinarians!

✨🚨CASE OF THE MONTH🚨✨An equine arthrodesis can be a life saving procedure or one to provide comfort to an acquired condi...
06/01/2025

✨🚨CASE OF THE MONTH🚨✨

An equine arthrodesis can be a life saving procedure or one to provide comfort to an acquired condition. Any change to the equine limb above the hoof will affect the hoof in some manner. While many feet can remain barefoot after this procedure, complications can arise and some hooves need some extra help.

In this case, a retired thoroughbred with a fused fetlock and pastern joint from a previous arthrodesis procedure presented with a wide, mobile dorsal toe crack. It was determined that dermatitis surrounding the surgury scar became inflamed, eventually extending distally to disrupt the coronary band. This caused abnormal hoof wall growth, which eventually failed, and cracked.

Initially, the crack was debrided, an aluminum bridge was placed to secure the crack, and the foot was placed in a roller motion heartbar shoe to support the hoof capsule. A topical ointment containing a mild steroid was prescribed to help treat the dystrophic dermatitis on the dorsal pastern.

After the insult of the infection had been resolved, improved hoof growth from the coronary band began. Despite a couple of unfortunately timed hoof abscesses which required indirect glue on shoes with treatment plates in both the arthrodesis limb and the opposing limb, the improved growth continued as the crack grew down, to the point where a bridge was no longer needed.

In time, the abscesses healed and the transition to more conventional shoes could begin. During this transition the coronary band again became desicated, so a topical hoof dressing was recommended to keep it moisturized. In 11 months time, the last remnant of the crack from the initial evaluation had grown out and a pair of shoes with omnidirectional mechanics were nailed on.

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸Today, we’re sending love to all the amazing moms out there — from the ones who raised us on two ...
05/11/2025

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

Today, we’re sending love to all the amazing moms out there — from the ones who raised us on two legs to the mares who nurture the next generation on four. 💖

Here's to the mamas who lead with heart, strength, and just the right amount of sass. We see you, we appreciate you, and we’re cheering you on today and every day.

🌹 Happy Derby Day!🌹Wishing everyone a thrilling race, fancy hats, and a little bit of luck at the finish line. May your ...
05/03/2025

🌹 Happy Derby Day!🌹

Wishing everyone a thrilling race, fancy hats, and a little bit of luck at the finish line. May your picks run strong and true — good luck!

Happy Oaks Day!! Good Luck to all of the horses and their connections!!
05/02/2025

Happy Oaks Day!!

Good Luck to all of the horses and their connections!!

🐴Happy World Veterinary Day!🐴Thank you to our wonderful veterinarians for all that they do!!Today, we celebrate the incr...
04/26/2025

🐴Happy World Veterinary Day!🐴
Thank you to our wonderful veterinarians for all that they do!!

Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication of veterinarians and the entire veterinary team who work tirelessly to protect the health and well-being of animals everywhere.

💚 Thank you for your expertise, your empathy, and your endless commitment to the animals (and people!) who rely on you.

✨🐴CASE OF THE MONTH!🐴✨A 4-year-old Thoroughbred gelding was evaluated for recurrent abscesses in his left front foot. Th...
04/01/2025

✨🐴CASE OF THE MONTH!🐴✨

A 4-year-old Thoroughbred gelding was evaluated for recurrent abscesses in his left front foot. The abscesses would recur every few months and always drained from the same location at the coronary band.
Radiographs of the left front foot revealed osteolysis surrounding a cortical bone screw, consistent with an infection. The screw had been placed two years previously after the gelding sustained an articular coffin bone fracture.
Further examination of the radiographs revealed a crescent shaped defect in the coffin bone and a corresponding abnormal contour of the white line when examining the bottom of the foot. These findings are typically consistent with a space occupying lesion such as a keratoma.
A hoof wall resection was performed to expose the screw. The resection revealed the presence of a keratoma that originated from the screw insertion site. The screw was removed and the infected bone was debrided. Crack plates were used to stabilize the foot and a shoe with a treatment plate was applied to facilitate appropriate care of the surgical site. The gelding was treated with daily regional limb perfusions and bandage changes while in the hospital.
The gelding did very well after being discharged to the farm. Eight weeks after the surgery the gelding was exhibiting excellent hoof growth and comfort, and the surgical site was fully cornified.

🚨🐴CASE OF THE MONTH🐴🚨This Thoroughbred foal was born healthy, however struggled to stand due to its contracted deep and ...
03/01/2025

🚨🐴CASE OF THE MONTH🐴🚨
This Thoroughbred foal was born healthy, however struggled to stand due to its contracted deep and superficial digital flexor tendons. It had to be helped to stand and stabilized to nurse.

Palmar splints were used to straighten his legs and once applied he was able to stand and nurse on his own. He was laid down with some sedation and his bandages are changed daily to prevent rubs and allow the tendons to be stretched a bit further each time (photos are of another foal). After three days of splints he had reached normal conformation and was switched to bandages for two additional days. Since then he has continued to thrive.

When foals are young we can correct many deviations especially contracture and laxity with rapid intervention.

🐴💕Happy Valentine's Day!💕🐴
02/14/2025

🐴💕Happy Valentine's Day!💕🐴

02/13/2025

The American Farrier’s Association (AFA) debuted the Certified Race Plater (CRP) exam at a recent Texas Professional Farriers Association (TPFA) certification.

02/13/2025

Last Chance to Register!

Join SoundHorse and Breeders Farrier Supply for a FREE clinic with Dr. Scott Fleming, DVM, CF on February 22.

Dive into the intricate relationship between hoof pathology and therapeutic shoeing. Through a mix of lectures, demonstrations, and a live shoeing session, attendees will gain valuable insights and techniques they can implement in their practice.

Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Location: Breeders Farrier Supply / Bluegrass Stockyards, 4561 Iron Works Pike, Lexington, KY

Schedule:
• 8:00 AM – Registration
• 9:00-10:00 AM – Lecture: Hoof Pathology and Therapeutic Shoeing
• 10:00-11:30 AM – Demonstrations
• 11:30 AM-1:00 PM – Lunch
• 1:00-3:00 PM – Live Shoeing Demonstration

Registration is free for all attendees. RSVP by February 14, 2025, to secure your spot: https://soundhorse.com/blogs/events/clinic-dr-scott-fleming-at-breeders-farrier-supply-lexington-ky

🌍🐴 Equitarian Work in Guatemala! 🐴🌍One of our amazing equine podiatrists, Dr. Scott Fleming, is currently in Guatemala ...
02/03/2025

🌍🐴 Equitarian Work in Guatemala! 🐴🌍

One of our amazing equine podiatrists, Dr. Scott Fleming, is currently in Guatemala along with several veterinarians and members of the equine community , dedicating their time and expertise to an Equitarian mission—helping working equines receive much-needed hoof care and support.

These horses, mules, and donkeys are vital to their communities, and proper hoof care ensures they stay healthy and strong for the people who rely on them.

Thank you to all the sponsors and everyone involved who made this happen! Your support makes a real difference. 💙🙏

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Lexington, KY
40511

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