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Discussion on Growth rate of a foals hoof versus an adult horse
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savage
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Posted on Monday, Jul 7, 2008 - 10:27 pm:
This question came up and got me to thinking about it.
Does a foals hoof grow out after an injury at the same rate as an adult horse?
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DrO
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Posted on Tuesday, Jul 8, 2008 - 7:53 am:
Hmmm I don't know Linda but the answer will depend on the meaning of "growth rate". Rate could be measured in inches (cm) per month or as a percentage of the total length.
Just kibitzing, I would note that we trim our foals on about the same schedule as adults suggesting a similar percentage but a slightly slower absolute rate of growth. This does not take into account the rate of wear which may be greater in foals. The defect has a shorter distance to go suggesting it will be gone quicker. How these various factors balance out I am not certain.
DrO
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savage
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Posted on Tuesday, Jul 8, 2008 - 8:45 pm:
"The defect has a shorter distance to go suggesting it will be gone quicker"
Ah, now that does make sense. The obvious is always hard to see. haha
Thank you!!! 
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