A Text-Book of Horseshoeing, for Horseshoers and Veterinarians

A Text-Book of Horseshoeing, for Horseshoers and Veterinarians

Horseshoeing is an industry which requires, in equal degree, knowledge and skill. The word horseshoeing embraces various acts, especially preparing the iron sole, the horseshoe; forming it and fitting it to the hoof, whose ground-surface has been previously dressed in accordance with the direction of the limb, and fastening it to the hoof by means of nails. Owing to the complicated structure of the hoof, success in the practice of horseshoeing requires a knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the horses body in general and of the foot in particular. The object of shoeing is, 1. To protect the hoof from excessive wear, and thus render the horse continuously serviceable upon our hard roads. 2. To prevent slipping and falling during the winter season. 3. To so far remove the disadvantages of faulty positions of the limbs that horses may render good service, and, in some cases, 4. To cure or improve diseased or defective hoofs or feet. Horseshoeing, though apparently simple, involves many difficulties, owing to the fact that the hoof is not an unchanging body, but varies much with respect to form, growth, quality, and elasticity. Furthermore, there are such great differences in the character of ground-surfaces and in the nature of horses work that shoeing which is not performed with great ability and care induces disease and makes horses lame. [Pg 14] ......Buy Now (To Read More)

Product details

Ebook Number: 66786
Author: Lungwitz, A. (Anton)
Release Date: Nov 21, 2021
Format: eBook
Language: English

Contributors

Translator: Adams, John W. (John William), 1862-1926