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Member:
lexi

Posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 - 3:09 pm:

Hi
Please does anyone know if the rubbery soft hoof that covers a foal's feet at birth then wears away have a proper name? Its for farriery exam and I have searched every textbook I have!Thanks
Member:
tamarag

Posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 - 3:18 pm:

Hello

Don't panic yes it does. But that first time you see it, you think oh NO.

It is that way so that it doesn't tear the sack or mom. God planned it that way :-)
Member:
stek

Posted on Wednesday, May 6, 2009 - 5:19 pm:

I have heard them called foal slippers but am not sure the proper name?
Member:
mrose

Posted on Thursday, May 7, 2009 - 6:51 pm:

I've heard foal slippers, and golden slippers.
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