Foals' Temporary Fairy Finger Hooves
Foals are born with a protective, rubbery layer on their hooves, known as eponychium, often called "fairy fingers". This covering safeguards both the foal and…
Why Horseshoe Nails Don't Hurt Horses
Horseshoe nails don’t cause horses pain because the hoof wall, made of tough keratin, lacks nerve endings. Farriers, experts in equine hoof care, ensure horses…