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... The horse's conformation is briefly evaluated and its body score is estimated. 1 The potential for suspensory ligament problems (e.g., long pasterns and exag- Foot conformation is evaluated, and the feet are inspected for any obvious external problems such as cracks, other hoof wall defects, and thrush. Two simple measurements are then made: (a) hoof wall angle (angle of the dorsal hoof wall relative to the bearing surface of the foot); and (b) hoof width, measured across the widest part of the foot. ...
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