Demonstration should include all safety procedures, guidelines, and techniques for techniques for
- cleaning
- inspecting
- frog
- assessment of condition
- symptoms of disease
- tape and then pull object(s) out of foot
- maintaining sufficient moisture
- pulling a shoe
- using an emergency duct tape bandage for the hoof
- providing nutritional supplements, if needed.
Teacher Resource:
Process/Skill Questions:
- What should one look for when inspecting a hoof?
- What are common hoof imperfections and how are they corrected?
- What tools are used to perform foot care?
- What is thrush, and how can it be prevented and treated?