DAE think skipping hoof checks is asking for trouble?

Last month, a client's horse came in with a split hoof from missing trims. The owner blamed work and weather, but that's no excuse. I've seen this too often, and it really gets under my skin because pain is preventable. Just last week, another farrier told me about a case where delayed care led to a costly surgery. We need to stop coddling owners and tell them straight how important regular care is. It's basic horse health, not a luxury. How do you get through to people who don't listen?

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diana8006mo ago

They let it get THAT bad?

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noah_wilson6mo ago

Showing them the vet bill from a severe case usually gets their attention.

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alicen706mo ago

Worked at a clinic years back and we had a dog come in that needed emergency surgery. The owner almost fainted when they saw the estimate, it was over five grand. That exact thing happened, the bill scared them straight about keeping up with checkups. They admitted they'd been putting off basic care for years to save money. Ended up paying way more in the long run for one crisis. Seeing that number in black and white changes how people think about prevention.

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