TIL the price of speeding up hoof cleaning

I began cutting time on hoof scrubbing to handle more appointments each week. A client's horse ended up with a bad infection from missed gunk in the frog. Now I scrub every hoof thoroughly, and the horses stay healthier, but I still feel stupid for ever skipping steps. Anyone else learn a lesson the hard way like this?

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torres.julia1d ago

Look, sometimes you have to balance perfect care with making a living. If a horse's hooves look fine on the surface, a faster clean gets you through the day and keeps your prices competitive. I've done quick scrubs for years without issues, and most clients just want a cheap, fast job. That one bad infection sounds like bad luck, not a rule.

the_ruby18h ago

I once skimped on checking a horse's teeth before a sale, and the buyer found major issues later. Cost me more in the long run than doing it right the first time.

abby72618h ago

My friend used to do quick hoof scrubs like @torres.julia said. Now he's dealing with a chronic infection that costs more than all those saved minutes.