emilylou
Well-Known Member
After a vet visit today I am faced with the possibility that my horse has a keratoma in his off fore hoof, I am awaiting x-rays next week to confirm the diagnosis but it is looking likely.
The treatment is surgery to remove the growth, then box rest until the hoof grows down again- approx 6-9 months.
Has anyone dealt with this first hand? The prognosis is apparently quite good after the (long) rehab, but I am feeling very miserable about it so would be great to hear from others who have been through this with a horse.
The treatment is surgery to remove the growth, then box rest until the hoof grows down again- approx 6-9 months.
Has anyone dealt with this first hand? The prognosis is apparently quite good after the (long) rehab, but I am feeling very miserable about it so would be great to hear from others who have been through this with a horse.