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pride of flat feet horses

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Question
hello sir. i believe that flat feet horses have strong hoof wall and are good grass runners. am i right?

Answer
HELLO ROHIT...

NO... not necessarily. A few do... but as the flat sole widens with age, the walls
will tend to flair, bars break down allowing the frog to absorb ALL the palmar/heel
concussion. Not a good thing !! The sole depth WILL thin and be More sensitive to  
ground shock, rock, gravel and such !!

Best to You!!
Joepaul Meyers,CJF