A form of bar shoe which resembles the letter "O", with a curved, rather than straight bar connecting the heels of the horseshoe. Eggbars are used to extend posterior support well behind the buttresses of the heels of the hoof.... ↪ Read more

The ability to shape a horseshoe to fit properly after only a brief look at the hoof. See also: Norman; Ralph; Tag; Spike; Stubby.... ↪ Read more

Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers. The minimum requirement for being registered to practice farriery in England. The D.W.C.F. exam includes a written test with five essay questions which must be answered in full and with color illustractions, live shoeing with handmade fullered... ↪ Read more

See: Dubbed Toe.... ↪ Read more

Named for Dave Duckett, this is an imaginary point located approximately 3/8" back from the apex of the horny frog, used for determining the normal position of the wall at the toe. It provides an accurate indication of how long a "long toe" on a long-toed, low-heeled horse really is.... ↪ Read more

(1.) A hoof which has had the dorsal surface of its toe ground off. This may be the result of excessive rasping after a horseshoe was poorly fit, or of high lameness which may cause the horse to drag his hoof. (2.) The intentional dressing back of the toe done to treat founder or a toe flare. a.k.a:... ↪ Read more

The sole of a hoof which has become convex rather than concave. As the sole protrudes below the solar plane of the hoof wall, it bears excessive weight and is subject to bruising. Foundered horses often have dropped soles.... ↪ Read more

A hammer used for driving horseshoe nails.... ↪ Read more

[from Latin the dorsum, the back]: (1.) The front surface of the equine hoof and leg. (2.) When referring to the entire animal, dorsal means the spine or center-line of the back.... ↪ Read more

Dimethyl Sulfoxide. A solvent and penetrant so effective that it can be tasted in the mouth shortly after it is applied to the skin. DMSO is often used as an anti-inflammatory, free-radical scavenger, or mixed with antiseptic to treat localized infection.... ↪ Read more

A measurer, the same as a math compass.... ↪ Read more

When referring to limbs, distal means away from the torso, or comparatively farther from the torso or center of gravity. Opposite of proximal.... ↪ Read more