Do Thoroughbreds Naturally Have Bad Feet — or Is It How We Manage Them?
Do Thoroughbreds have bad feet? Structurally demanding, not broken — thin hoof walls, flat soles, and long-toe/low-heel conformation are common in the breed due to selection for speed over durability Performance pressure exposes the weakness — racing surfaces, aluminum shoes, and frequent reshoeing amplify structural limitations under high daily load Foot issues show up before …