Flex Hoof Boots Care Guidelines
By following these tips, you’ll help ensure your horse stays healthy and happy, and that both of you can enjoy the full benefits of Flex…
Laminitis – here’s what you need to know
This blog covers what laminitis is, how to recognise it, its causes and symptoms, and why early treatment is crucial. Additionally, we discuss how Flex…
How to take great hoof photos
Taking hoof photos might sound simple, but doing it well is a true art form. When done incorrectly, even slight changes in angle, lighting, or…
Horse Hoof Problems: What Should You Actually Worry About?
Horse hoof problems aren’t always what they seem. Learn which hoof changes may be cosmetic and which signs hoofcare professionals pay closer attention to.
Hoof Boot Wear Patterns: What Are Your Flex Boots Telling You?
Hoof boot wear patterns can reveal clues about your horse’s movement, trim and comfort. Learn what toe wear, uneven wear and shell wear may indicate.
5 Signs Your Horse Needs a Hoof Rehabilitation Plan (And What to Do Next)
Learn the five signs your horse may need a hoof rehabilitation plan, from white line separation and thin soles to recurring cracks, soreness and poor…
PPID vs EMS in Horses: What’s the Difference?
Confused about PPID and EMS? Learn the key differences, symptoms, management strategies and why proper diagnosis is essential for preventing laminitis and supporting long-term hoof…
Early Signs of Laminitis in Horses: How to Spot Problems Before They Become Serious
Learn the early signs of laminitis in horses, including changes in movement, turning, hoof temperature, digital pulse and hoof capsule health.
Horse Hoof Health: What Your Horse’s Hooves Are Trying to Tell You
Horse hoof health can reveal valuable clues about comfort, movement, metabolism and overall wellbeing. Learn how to recognise the signs your horse’s hooves are giving…
Understanding Heel First Landing in Horses: When They Signal Comfort – and When They Don’t
Learn the difference between heel first and toe first landings in horses, what they can reveal about hoof health, comfort, biomechanics and rehabilitation.
Do Hoof Oils, Hardeners and Supplements Really Work?
Do hoof oils, dressings, hardeners and supplements actually improve hoof quality? Learn what affects healthy horse hooves and what doesn’t.
Laminitis vs. Founder: What “Rotation” Really Means (and Why It Matters)
Learn the difference between laminitis, founder and rotation in horses, including hoof capsule rotation, distal descent and common rehabilitation misconceptions.
Toe Dragging in Horses: Causes and What It Means
Toe dragging in horses is often a sign of deeper issues. Learn the common causes, from pain to neurological problems, and what to look for.
Toe Cracks in Horses: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Toe cracks in horses are often a sign of deeper issues. Learn the common causes, from nutrition to hoof imbalance, and how to manage them…
