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==Introduction==

==Introduction==

The general anatomy of the hoof can be found here: [[Hoof - Anatomy & Physiology|Equine Hoof]].  The following section will focus on the equine hoof specifics.

The general anatomy of the hoof can be found here: [[Hoof - Anatomy & Physiology|Hoof]].  The following section will focus on the equine hoof specifics.

The hooves in newborn foals are bilaterally symmetrical. Over a period of just a few months, forces exerted on the hoof during locomotion cause a visible difference between the right and left, as well as front and hind hooves. Thus, isolated specimens of the equine feet can be distinguished as follows:  

The hooves in newborn foals are bilaterally symmetrical. Over a period of just a few months, forces exerted on the hoof during locomotion cause a visible difference between the right and left, as well as front and hind hooves. Thus, isolated specimens of the equine feet can be distinguished as follows: