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Applying hoof testers, horse
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Applying hoof testers, horse

    Hoof testers are used to compress structures inside the hoof capsule to detect pain. Note the sole has been pared clean for thorough inspection of the sole, frog, sulci, and white line.

Courtesy of Dr. Stephen Adams.