A donkey now named Echo, who was abandoned in a muddy field, was rescued by The Donkey Sanctuary in Ireland, where he got his severely overgrown hooves trimmed. The tough, wide frog should be … "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?". Take care with older donkeys — arthritic changes may mean they resent lifting of the limbs. A vet should also be consulted for pain relief. Donkey hooves need regular care. Since donkeys are stoic they tend to hide problems until they are severe. Donkeys’ feet are very different to horses’ hooves as they have adapted to survive in a dry environment. Think of donkeys as little equine Albert Einsteins. Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless. Laminitis in donkeys is a veterinary emergency. Come join the discussion about livestock, farming, gardening, DIY projects, hobbies, recipes, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more! Exposure is necessary to minimise the chance of infection. Thanks for the advice everyone. ‘Although our expert farrier managed to trim the vast majority of hoof back quite quickly, it will take a long time and specialist trimming for their hooves to become the right shape again.’ And donkeys kick FAST! I knew this would be a good place to ask questions! Donkeys should receive regular farrier care, like other equines. • Heels need trimming regularly. However, in the case of donkeys, their hooves support the entire weight of the body. TRIMMING THE NORMAL FOOT Trim every 6-10 weeks as required. It probably would be best for your friend to have a farrier out the same time as the vet. Farriery can be simplified as equine manicure and pedicure. Severely overgrown hooves are best dealt with by trimming them back as far as possible the first time. Find out the various problems and cures that can occur to your donkeys hooves and how to keep your donkeys' feet healthy. The previous owners probably spent very little time with Richie, and while he is sweet, he still needed to learn to let people handle his feet and such. You should stop trimming once this point is reached. I told DH as we were bringing her home, "I will look on the HT board and see if I can find some information and advise..." Sure enough, my search brought me straight to this thread. PS Don't be surprised if you see bloody areas in the sole as you work through the extra material, it's very common in these cases - you can see some in Malinda's pics. Before you start trimming your horse's hooves, you should learn the parts of the hoof. It is often associated with keeping the donkey in wet conditions. Thrush is prevented by keeping the feet clean and dry as much as possible. Severely overgrown hooves are best dealt with by trimming them back as far as possible the first time. Their feet are much more efficient than horses at absorbing water, but this means that when donkeys are kept in the UK, on lush, wet pasture, their feet can become soft and they often suffer from foot diseases. I don’t think it had occurred to her because he has rain rot and some abrasion on his legs so she’s been trying to keep him dry. During treatment, frog supports or heart bar shoes are not appropriate as they could exacerbate the issue. Most donkeys will require a foot trim every 6-10 weeks, but care should be taken with older donkeys who might struggle to lift their limbs. She realizes it's best to get them back to normal as quickly as possible, but they've only had him for about a week and have been working on getting his trust and finding out what they can do with him. He's somewhere around 10 years old and they doubt his feet have ever been worked on. And donkeys kick FAST! This will begin to remove the extra length on the overgrown hoof. ­­If you suspect an abscess, you should seek veterinary advice. Brush off dust and grit, and use a hoof pick to pull out any dirt or grit that's gotten into the hoof's sole. Neglected horses often have very long or overgrown hooves. Dusty is a 23-year-old donkey who could barely walk due to and incorrect living conditions and incorrect hoofcare, resulting in very overgrown hooves. These methods cause a lot of trauma for the donkey and … 11 Tips For Trimming Donkeys’ Hooves Rasp the hoof walls so that they are even with the sole. In some laminitic donkeys the sole may be too thin to trim. Yup, malinda, the one I'm seeing this morning is the same one I posted on before! Anyway, I have a friend at a rescue who has taken in a donkey. Hooves, like human finger and toe nails are constantly growing. You'll want a trim every 6-8 weeks. Brenda has been slowly working on his hooves and has gotten to a point where it looks close to normal... but they are just flat and smooth on the bottoms. If a donkey's foot becomes overgrown you should obtain a radiograph prior to trimming to check for any changes to the bone within the hoof. Its one thing to learn to trim (a well trained) equine without problems, its quite another to know what to do with distorted, grossly overgrown feet. Not long ago, Jasmin had no name and was just trying to survive — but her life is totally different now. I remember a thread here once, but maybe the Big Crash deleted it. Use your fingers to … A Lesson in Trimming Donkey Hooves . Therefore, it’s important to have the correct hoof care in place. Such wounds can be a cause of Tetanus so ensure that the donkey is protected by vaccination or ask your vet how to protect the donkey. Suite 500, Troy, Michigan 48084 USA. Good grief.. In the case of donkeys, one such concern is the proper monitoring and maintenance of their hooves. She hasn't found a frog or sole yet. I just adopted a standard jenny today with this same problem. Usually the result of a wound that penetrates the sole or white line. :-( Its one thing to learn to trim (a well trained) equine without problems, its quite another to know what to do with distorted, grossly overgrown feet. domesticated horses that are confined in a stall or small area or when the hoof is covered with a shoe. As with the ownership of any animal, one must be aware of any special needs that are specific to the animal. Luckily we have MysteryMan’s grandpa to show us how it’s done… Here’s a hoof that needs trimming: You start by cleaning out the mud with a pick: Then cutting back the soft part: It sounds as though the poor fella is in a bad way - theyre really stoic little tackers & usually by the time theyre showing obvious pain its chronic and serious! Goats do need periodic trimming, but that can be easily done yourself. • Heels need trimming regularly. Trimming donkey hooves Regular trimming is needed to counteract the inevitably unsuitable environment that doesn’t produce natural wearing. The quarters may be rasped a bit shorter to keep the walls even with the sole. Hoof care is your responsibility and you as an owner must lift up and inspect your donkey’s feet regularly, then when it is time to call the farrier for hoof trimming there should be no dramas with behavioural problems, and the job can be completed properly. To allow for this in a domestic situation, it's important to soak the donkey's hooves in water above the coronet for 10-15 minutes per day in dry weather. :clap: Now to find a farrier in my area... A forum community dedicated to living sustainably and self sufficiently. Hoof care and diet. When beginning to cut, start at one side of the foot, at the heel, and trim the wall to the toe. "The animal had her hooves so overgrown that she could barely walk,” the sanctuary wrote. :-( Its one thing to learn to trim (a well trained) equine without problems, its quite another to know what to do with distorted, grossly overgrown feet. That would be good to get a farrier out, and Brenda appreciates the suggestion to soak his feet. Keep the nipper blades parallel to the bottom of the hoof. It should start with a thorough cleaning out of detritus from The laminitic foot may require more frequent trimming and radiographs for monitoring. Book for free. Luckily we have MysteryMan’s grandpa to show us how it’s done… Here’s a hoof that needs trimming: You start by cleaning out the mud with a pick: Then cutting back the soft part: The vet can deal with the potential that the jenny's may be in foal. A rotten odor filled the air. Pathologies commonly found in domestic donkey and horse hooves are uncommon in wild donkeys and horses. This is a donk I trimmed a few years ago. Once treated, the donkey must also be kept on clean, dry ground until fully recovered. Many of these horses with overgrown hooves also have thrush. Repeat on the other side, starting at the heel and working to the toe. My farrier does not charge extra to trim a donkey, but does give a multiple animal discount. Donkey Hooves/Trimming Behavior. I had one little stinker that never forgave a farrier loosing his cool on him. As with horses, overgrown hooves can be painful and cause skeletal changes leading to permanent lameness. I aim for every 1-2 months. It is a very painful disease often with irreversible consequences. Trim the hoof wall with nippers. Use a hoof knife to scrape away the dead hoof material from the sole. Neglected and overgrown hooves are some of the most common pathologies I encounter in newly arrived rescue horses, and horses purchased at auction. For those who may not be aware, Tiemp is one of 2 farriers who are gracious enough to allow us to benefit from the knowledge and experience. If in doubt about what a goat's hoof should look like, examine a very young kid's hoof. A Lesson in Trimming Donkey Hooves . When a donkey gets seedy toe, otherwise known as white line disease, the white line area becomes weak and crumbly. In their natural state, horses wear their hoof capsules down while roaming long distances. Miniature donkeys don’t require a whole lot more than love, fresh water, good hay, and the occasional hoof trimming adventure. Donkeys thrive in semi-arid parts of the world, where the ground is dry and stony. Do not make the donkey walk but place in a well-bedded stable, with easy access to food and water until the vet arrives. His name is Richie and he's a sweet boy, but his poor little feetsies have been neglected forever. The vet may recommend a poultice, to help draw the infection out of the foot and/or cut away the abscess with a hoof knife to help the infection to drain out. It is not a best practice to hobble or hog-tie a donkey to trim its hooves. It was actually the thing that made me learn to trim myself. It is such a joy to own 3 very cute and happy Sicilian donkeys. I just don't understand why people let their horses hooves get like that? In the case of donkeys, one such concern is the proper monitoring and maintenance of their hooves. Seedy toe is treated by cutting out the affected part of the hoof wall. There are several causes of laminitis: too much rich food, infection or pregnancy. Outdoor Hub, LLC (d/b/a Carbon Media Group), 3290 W. Big Beaver Rd. It sounds as though the poor fella is in a bad way - theyre really stoic little tackers & usually by the time theyre showing obvious pain its chronic and serious! It is quite different from trimming goat's feet, it is hard to tell … Keep both a hoof dressing and bleed control handy. Donkey's hooves are not quite the same as horses, so make sure you see how to do a donkey. If left unmaintained, they will get too long, creating an uneven stride. Strasser Hoofcare Professional Penny Gifford, of Te Aroha, New Zealand, has been trimming Dusty's hooves and advising his owners of the Strasser Method of care since December, 2004. Planning a visit to Sidmouth between 19 Dec and 4 Jan? Trimming donkey hooves. You should aim to keep limbs as low as possible during trimming. I stand corrected, make that 3 farriers and all are quite qualified. If not years, he had surely been in the painful condition for months. Echo, the donkey had been walking with his twisted and overgrown hooves bearing all the pain in the world in a muddy field in Ireland, heaven knows for how long. In severe cases, your farrier should work with a vet to make sure that the work does not cause any instability to the hoof. Don't get in a hurry and take big cuts, because that will cause the hoof to bleed. If you have adopted such a horse, here’s what can be done to fix his hoof health. His soles and frogs are visible in your pics. That's what Richie's feet looked like, too. This step requires considerable knowledge since the area is so close to the sole. Instead you should pad the entire sole using thick cotton wool and bandages. TRIMMING THE NORMAL FOOT Trim every 6-10 weeks as required. Here is what is trimmed from Clive’s hoof – not much. If a donkey's foot becomes overgrown you should obtain a radiograph prior to trimming to check for any changes to the bone within the hoof. Less wear means overgrown hooves and overgrown hooves need constant management for the well being of the animal concerned. Then she uses the nippers to cut the overgrown hoof wall. Hooves become overgrown when a horse is removed from this state, i.e. Determine how much needs to be trimmed. Know the parts of the hoof. Linda begins by using a hoof knife to remove any debris and trim the sole of the hoof. I think it was last summer (!!!) When a Good Samaritan in Cordoba, Spain, noticed a donkey who could barely walk in a field, he called El Refugio del Burrito, a sanctuary for neglected donkeys. All dead and discoloured material should be removed to allow the new healthy horn to grow down. Keep the heels short. When beginning to cut, start at one side of the foot, at the heel, and trim the wall to the toe. If radiographs are not available then use your thumb to pressure test and check for yielding of the sole. thick the hoof wall is. Here is what is trimmed from Clive’s hoof – not much. Thanks Malinda. Linda begins by using a hoof knife to remove any debris and trim the sole of the hoof. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 9 of 9 Posts. The consequence is a destruction of the support mechanism of the toe bone within the hoof, such that the toe bone can rotate or move downwards. I took him way back, then haven't seen him again. People worry about the dumbest things!". I think I can see sole in his pics now that I’ve looked at yours and soaking would probably make everything easier to see. Here are the pics of the horse with the sole shedding. Due to our wetter climate in the UK, donkeys are more susceptible to foot diseases, yet most are entirely preventable. I think I remember her saying that someone cut the ends of his slippers off before they moved him because they didn’t think he could stand on a hard trailer floor. 2. Understanding the donkey's hoof from the inside--out. If the hoof wall is overgrown, carefully pry it open and cut it off - one small slice at a time. Trimming The Hooves 1. It sounds as though the poor fella is in a bad way - theyre really stoic little tackers & usually by the time theyre showing obvious pain its chronic and serious! Begin by cleaning all dirt from the sole and between the toes with the point of your hoof trimmer. Balance each hoof heel to toe and side-to-side. They plan to sedate Richie to do some other work on him and she wants to work on his feet then, but this is the worst case she has seen. In these cases, it may also be appropriate to apply rim shoes for support. Pricing will likely be similar to horses. Hoof distortions breed more distortions, and by only taking a little off at a time, you are doing the animal a great disservice. No sense wasting time trying to train them on day one. You’ll need a ticket. They looked like this when she got him: disqusting people............i can't even understand such stupidity. It is such a joy to own 3 very cute and happy Sicilian donkeys. This can be done in a hoof soaking bath, or by building a pond around the water trough, or while riding at the Sedation makes the experience easier for everyone, and I've found that fearful horses get over it quicker because nobody gets upset. For 20 yrs afterwards I pleaded, and worked with and tricked him into hoof trimming. ... but from the look of his twisted and overgrown hooves it must have been many months, if not years. An abscess in the foot is intensely painful and requires urgent veterinary attention. And donkeys kick FAST! Overgrown hooves are a common problem in rescue horses that have not been cared for properly. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This step requires considerable knowledge since the area is so close to the sole. Often little stones and dirt can get stuck in the space under the horny part of the hoof, causing the donkey pain or an infection. Holy wow, I should probably stop posting at work and I just hate excluding anybody or maybe I'll just continue to keep sticking my foot in my mouth. Seedy toe lesions are rarely painful unless there is extensive hoof instability, but the widened white line may allow the entry of foreign objects and organisms. Keep the nipper blades parallel to the bottom of the hoof. In this instance, routine trimming becomes necessary. If they are seriously overgrown the work will probably take longer than normal. As with the ownership of any animal, one must be aware of any special needs that are specific to the animal. seedy toe, otherwise known as white line disease. Trim the hoof wall with nippers. Trim between the hooves where the heels meet, taking care, as the heel is softer than any other part of the hoof. “All she needed was a hoof trim.” At the end of her carving, Walker lopped off a chunk of hoof the size of a person’s fist, sat up and let out an exasperated sigh. Even if they don't need a trim, you should have their feet checked every 3 months, minimum. Gouge squirts ToMORROW, a Boehringer Ingelheim mastitis product for cows, into the hoof crevices to treat deep thrush. It has a distinctive, unpleasant smell. Domestic donkeys; however, need their hooves trimmed every 12 weeks on soft ground, and twice a year on rocky ground. If your donkey is unwilling to walk, lying down more than usual and has easily felt pulses in the blood vessels around the fetlock, you should contact your vet immediately as this could be a sign of laminitis. The trimming process is quite simple, but needs to take into consideration the unique features of donkey hooves. JavaScript is disabled. • Donkeys are adapted to dry climates so hooves have a higher water content and are more ‘elastic’ than horse hooves. Dead material is dry and flaky, whereas living hoof is springy. Miniature donkeys don’t require a whole lot more than love, fresh water, good hay, and the occasional hoof trimming adventure. Then she uses the nippers to cut the overgrown hoof wall. After your horse's hoof has been fully cleaned and soaked, you … Since the donkey is not good about being handled just yet, sedating him is a great idea for a first trim. An abscess can develop in the foot when the wound is infected and pus builds up. "Perhaps I'll have them string a clothesline from the hearse I am in, with my underwear waving in the breeze, as we drive to the cemetary. • Donkeys are adapted to dry climates so hooves have a higher water content and are more ‘elastic’ than horse hooves. Hoof distortions breed more distortions, and by only taking a little off at a time, you are doing the animal a great disservice. Most commonly they suffer from laminitis and severe thrush. Disc 2 Live Trimming--details each trim over 6 months on a donkey with multiple foot problems. You should aim to keep limbs as low as possible during trimming. no problem, wr...I probably don't pop in as often as the other ladies. Take care with older donkeys — arthritic changes may mean they resent lifting of the limbs. This will begin to remove the extra length on the overgrown hoof. Farriery is the art of checking, trimming and balancing equine (horse, donkey, mule) hooves. Trimming Overgrown Goat Hooves/ The Allen Brothers - YouTube Most donkeys will require a foot trim every 6-10 weeks, but care should be taken with older donkeys who might struggle to lift their limbs. They won't forget being mishandled. Thrush is an infection of the underneath of the foot, particularly affecting the frog. In the case of donkeys, one such concern is the proper monitoring and maintenance of their hooves. I love this board!! Are specific to the sole equine manicure and pedicure process is quite simple, but to... It is such a joy to own 3 very cute and happy Sicilian.. 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