South Sound Equine Practice

03/08/2025

Anyone know of horses we can use on Sunday for the shoeing part of the competition. They would be used all day.

01/30/2025

10/05/2024

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WHAT CAUSES HOOF ABSCESSES?

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does "hoof abscess" actually mean?

Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks and wounds, even horseshoeing holes. The bacteria then get trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole and create pus; the pus builds up over time and puts pressure behind the hoof wall or sole, until it causes the sudden onset of acute lameness when the pain finally becomes too great. (The diagram shows a simplified view of the equine hoof to help visualize the structures involved in this process.)

Hoof abscesses can mimic other more serious diseases or injuries, so involving your veterinarian early on in the diagnosis and prompt treatment of this condition is always a good idea. Some abscesses will be uncomplicated and rupture on their own like a large pimple at the coronary band or heel bulbs; other abscesses, however, could require radiographs and will need to be surgically drained.

01/24/2024

Rebates for purchases made August 1st- Dec 31st 2023.

Rebates must be received by 1/31/2024

09/23/2023

Yesterday’s competition was a long day. Everyone showed up and gave it their best. It’s amazing to watch these farriers progress and get better as they prepared for such events.

A shout out to the most local ones:
April Wolf
Jesse Wilson
Flint Adams
Joe Ellis

If any of these are your farrier, makes sure to ask them about their experiences. These events are designed to give opportunity for farriers to expand their skills and become better!

Today we move on to the clinic and conference portion with more live demonstrations and discussions.

09/22/2023

Smoke and fire.

09/22/2023

On to the shoeing portion!

09/22/2023

Dr Clark is in Ellensburg at the Annual Fall Competition for the Washington State Farriers Association. This is the 3rd and final in a series of 3 competitions this year. Today there are 24 farriers from across the PNW here to show their skills in forging and making shoes.

08/29/2023

Get 17% off your entire order at vetsource with promo code 17MANE. Valid 8/29/23-9/11/23

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08/17/2023

A little for you: Puncture wounds in the foot qualify as medical **emergencies,** due to the amount of vital structures just beneath the sole that can be physically damaged and/or contaminated with bacteria when they are penetrated by a sharp object.

If your horse steps on a nail or other sharp object and it remains embedded in the hoof, resist the temptation to pull the nail out and consult with your veterinarian first. Leaving the nail in place will allow the vet to take x-rays of the foot before removal, which helps to identify exactly what structures have been penetrated, and to plan the most appropriate strategy for dealing with the situation.

Penetrating hoof wounds can be extremely serious and shouldn’t be underestimated. The prognosis for successful recovery depends on quick action to identify the path of the nail, treatment of potential infection and mechanical damage to the foot, and proper aftercare.

As always, our favorite piece of advice is to consult your horse doctor directly for more information!

08/07/2023

If you purchased Prascend during the months of March 16th-July 15th 2023 you are eligible for a rebate. Rebate must be redeemed by August 15th.