Farrier Discovers False Sole While Trimming Horses for Client.

Professional Farrier, Darren Owen, ran into a false sole while out in the field. A false sole is the build-up of overgrown dead sole that is in the process of exfoliating. It is more common in the summer but can often happen in the winter. It is also a sign that the horse’s hooves have not been trimmed routinely. A false sole can affect hoof quality if not taken care of, leading to other hoof issues, such as abscesses.
It is important to maintain a regular farrier schedule year-round to help avoid hoof issues like this. Maintaining a regular farrier schedule also allows the farrier to address any issues before they become a big problem. If your horse develops a hoof-related issue, call your farrier or veterinarian as soon as possible.
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[@OregonTrailLife]

I had to come back and say missed Darren at the Northwest Horse Expo in Albany, OR. this year! Was disappointed Life Data Labs wasn’t there. But maybe next year!

[@OregonTrailLife]

Hey Darren- I think you just solved my mystery! My boy gets regular trims, feet are healthy but he gets false soles and 2 weeks ago came up lame, bad enough he wouldn’t walk across the pasture, he hollered at me and I had to go get him. (He’s Arab and dramatic) Took him to the vet, because his symptoms were more like he did something to his leg. X-rays showed a large abscess. I did a combo of soaking and poulticing and it finally erupted. Still soaked after eruption because they can come back. So yes! False soles are a problem causer!

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We are happy to hear the video helped you!