Artimud Clay-based Cleansing Hoof Putty & Its Active Ingredients Artimud is a very effective clay-based cleansing hoof putty used to fill shallow gaps in hooves to provide long-lasting protection against damage and aid in hoof health restoration. It contains naturally active agents that cleanse the area and support the formation of healthy tissue. Its thick, putty consistency makes it easy to apply and helps it stay firmly in place so the protective agents can work for longer. Artimud is ideal for protecting shallow white line crevices, frog clefts, and external cracks. It is often used un ..read more

Defining Laminitis and Founder: This article will define laminitis and founder, plus discuss the causes and possible treatment options for the best recovery possible. You will often see the terms “laminitis” and “founder” used interchangeably, however, it is important to note that they are considered two separate conditions, or at least different stages. Laminitis by definition is “…inflammation of the sensitive laminae of the foot” which is pretty general. The term “Founder” has been associated with the actual displacement of the coffin bone within the hoof capsule as a result of laminitis. I ..read more

Navicular Syndrome vs. Navicular Disease It is speculated that Navicular Syndrome is responsible for about 1/3 of all chronic forelimb lameness in horses. Although the Navicular region of the hind limbs can be affected in the same way, most Navicular Syndrome diagnoses are on the front feet. The terms Navicular “Syndrome” (NS) and Navicular “Disease” (ND) are often used synonymously; however, there is a definite difference. There are generally less than 10% of all horses diagnosed with “Navicular Syndrome/Disease” that actually have radiographic changes or significant degeneration of the Navic ..read more

Introduction: You will often see the terms “laminitis” and “founder” used interchangeably, however it is important to note that they are considered two separate conditions, or at least different stages. Laminitis by definition is “…inflammation of the sensitive laminae of the foot” which is pretty general. The term “Founder” has been associated with the actual displacement of the coffin bone within the hoof capsule as a result of laminitis. It is possible for a horse to get laminitis and not end up with founder, however, a horse cannot founder without first having laminitis. This is a very gen ..read more

Navicular Syndrome/Disease: It is speculated that Navicular Syndrome is responsible for about 1/3 of all chronic forelimb lameness in horses. Although the Navicular region of the hind limbs can be affected in the same way, most Navicular Syndrome diagnoses are on the front feet. The terms Navicular “Syndrome” (NS) and Navicular “Disease” (ND) are often used synonymously; however, there is a definite difference. There are generally less than 10% of all horses diagnosed with “Navicular Syndrome/Disease” that actually have radiographic changes or significant degeneration of the Navicular bone (NB ..read more