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Introduction 5 Topics

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Hoof Anatomy & Function 16 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Hoof Anatomy: Learning Outcomes

Anatomical Location

Function of the Hoof

What is a Hoof?

Wall, Coronary Band, Periople

Sole, White Line

Frog, Central Sulcus, Heel Bulbs

Bars, Heel Buttresses, Collateral Grooves

Internal Anatomy (Bones)

Internal Anatomy (Tissue)

Corium

Blood Supply

Laminae

Tendons, Ligaments, Cartilage

Digital Cushion

Hoof Anatomy: Conclusion

Anatomy Quiz

Environment 17 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Environment: Learning Outcomes

Instinctual Behaviours

Movement

Foraging

Social Hierarchy in Herds

Rest

Creating the Ideal Environment for Hoof Health

Extended Stall Confinement

Grazing Considerations

Special Needs Horses

Changes in the Environment

Environment: Conclusion

Environment Quiz

Equine Nutrition 15 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Equine Nutrition: Learning Outcomes

The Basics

The Basics (continued)

Hay Analysis

Interpreting a Hay Analysis

Meeting the Dietary Requirements of Your Horse

Meeting the Requirements for Variable Needs

Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Vitamins and Fat

Methods of Supplementing a Horse’s Diet

Ingredients to Avoid in Commercial Feed

How to Read a Feed Label

Other Methods of Dietary Needs Analysis

Equine Nutrition: Conclusion

Nutrition Quiz

Hoof Boots: Riding & Rehabilitation 19 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Hoof Boots: Learning Outcomes

What are Hoof Boots?

Why Use Hoof Boots?

When Not to Boot & Booting Alternatives

Booting for Specific Conditions

Thin Soles

Laminitis and Founder

Navicular Syndrome

Pedal Osteitis, Sidebone, and Ringbone

Fitting Hoof Boots

Measuring Hooves

Best Practices for Boot Fitting

Booting Best Practices Continued

Boot Modifications

Hoof Boots: Conclusion

Hoof Boots Quiz

Safe Horse Handling for Hoof Care 15 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Safe Horse Handling for Hoof Care Learning Outcomes

Hoof Handling Basics

Horses’ Natural Instincts

Body Language Indicators

Fear Threshold

Interpreting Body Language Indicators

Minimizing Stress/Fear During Hoof Care

Training Methods

Positive Reinforcement (R+) Training

Negative Reinforcement (R-) Training

Positive Punishment (P+)

Negative Punishment (P-)

Developing the Horse’s Training for Hoof Care

Optimal Environment for Hoof Care

Safe Horse Handling for Hoof Care – Conclusion

Safe Horse Handling Quiz

Hormone Imbalance: Equine Metabolic Syndrome & Cushing’s Disease (PPID) 15 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Overview

Equine Metabolic Syndrome (“EMS”)

Symptoms of EMS

Diagnosis of EMS

Treatment/Management of EMS

Managing an EMS Horse

Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (“PPID”)

Symptoms of PPID

Diagnosis of PPID

Treatment & Management of PPID Horses

Administering Pergolide for PPID

Dietary Management for EMS and PPID Horses

Other Dietary Factors in the Management of EMS and PPID

Conclusion

EMS and PPID

Wall Health 20 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Wall Health: Learning Outcomes

Purpose of the Hoof Wall

External Structure of the Hoof Wall

External Structure, Continued

Layers of the Hoof Wall

Hoof Wall Growth

Factors Affecting Hoof Wall Growth

Trim Cycle Intervals

Trim Cycle Intervals, Continued

Hoof Wall Conditions

Excess Growth

Flared Walls

Assessing Flared Walls

Cracking and Chipping

Addressing Dry Hooves

Long Toes

Abscesses

Treatment for Abscesses

Separation

Wall Health: Conclusion

Wall Health Quiz

Heel Health 18 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Heel Health: Learning Outcomes

Introduction

Anatomy of the Heel

Correct Function of the Heel

Assessing Heel Angles

Palmar and Plantar Angles

Pastern Angle

Heel First Landings

Assessing Soft Tissue Health

Low Heels versus Long Heels

Low Heels vs Long Heels Continued

Building up Low Heels

Promoting Engagement of the Heels

High Heels

Assessing Comfort To Adjust Heel Angles

The Effect of Long Toes on Heels

Trimming Practices

Conclusion

Heel Health Quiz

Sole Health 24 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Introduction to Sole Health

What is the Sole?

The Function of the Sole

Sole Thickness

Measuring the Thickness of the Sole

How To Measure Sole Depth

Measuring Sole Thickness with an X-ray

Palpating to Determine Thin Sole

Calloused Sole

Growth Balanced with Exfoliation

Unhealthy Soles

False Soles (Retained Soles)

Factors Affecting Sole Growth

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Laminitis/Founder 24 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Laminitis/Founder Learning Outcomes

Laminitis/Founder Introduction

Endocrinopathic Laminitis

Sepsis Related Laminitis

Supporting Limb Laminitis

Cold Induced Hoof Pain/‘Winter Laminitis’

Chronic or Acute Laminitis

Treatment of Laminitis – Diet

Treatment of Laminitis – Ice

Treatment of Laminitis – Trimming

Treatment of Laminitis – A Multifaceted Approach

What is Founder?

Phalangeal Rotation and Hoof Capsule Rotation

Chronic Founder and Distal Descent

Diagnosing Founder with Radiographs

Identifying External Distortions

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Hoof Infections & Treatments 28 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Introduction to Hoof Infections & Treatments

External Environment

External Causes of Hoof Infection

Treating Thrush in the Deep Central Sulcus

Interbulbular Dermatitis

Causes of Interbulbular Dermatitis

Treating Interbulbular Dermatitis

Hoof Abscess

Causes of Abscess

Treating Hoof Abscesses

Quittor

Canker

Causes & Treatment of Canker

Keratoma

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Hoof Boots: Riding & Rehabilitation

Laminitis and Founder

Horse Handling for Hoof Care

Equine Nutrition

Hoof Anatomy & Function

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