Feathered Horse Breeds: Care, Health Problems, and What to Expect
Horses with feathered feet are draft and pony breeds that grow long hair — called feathering — around the fetlocks and hooves, most commonly seen in Clydesdales, Shires, Friesians, and Gypsy Vanners. This feathering evolved as protection in cold, wet climates, but it comes with a trade-off: consistent grooming is required to prevent mud buildup, …