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HOOF CARE

Hoof care is an important part of your goat's maintenance routine.  Goats' hooves require regular trimming and inspection to prevent any hoof problems that could lead to infection or lameness. Trimming is necessary to keep hooves from over-growing and to keep animals walking properly. The ultimate goal of hoof trimming is for the bottom of the hoof to be flat and at the same angle as the hair line at the top of the hoof. 

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Read an excellent article on "5 Signs of Hoof Rot in Goats and How to Treat It Yourself"

Watch this short video on hoof trimming.  Trimming is necessary to keep hooves from over-growing and to keep animals walking properly.  The ultimate goal of hoof trimming is for the bottom of the hoof to be flat and at the same angle as the hair line at the top of the hoof.  

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