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Dr. Bowker on Sound versus Healthy Hooves

In this webinar Dr. Bowker builds off of his Changes in Coffin Bone Structure and Influence of Trimming webinar and will explore how and why to trim for loading the sole, to build a robust frog, and to avoid the damaging effects of peripheral loading. What is the difference between a sound hoof and a healthy hoof? Find the answers and more in this webinar.

Robert M. Bowker, VMD, PhD is a professor emeritus of Neurobiology and Anatomy at the Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation Department at Michigan State University. As a research scientist and educator, Dr. Bowker has made significant contribution to understanding the dynamic and functional architecture of the equine foot, exploring areas not previously considered. He is an internationally recognized author, lecturer, and teacher with an extensive publication list of more than 150 publications.

In 2008, Dr. Bowker established the Michigan Equine Podiatry and Laminitis Research Center, where he continues to pursue collaborative research programs with experts from around the globe.