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sand crack
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sand crack
n.
A fissure in the side of a horse's hoof, often causing lameness.

sand crack
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Veterinary Science) Vet science a deep crack or fissure in the wall of a horse's hoof, often causing lameness See also toe crack, quarter crack
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Noun1.sand crack - a fissure in the wall of a horse's hoof often causing lameness
animal disease - a disease that typically does not affect human beings
toe crack - a crack on the forepart of a horse's hindfoot
quarter crack - a crack on the inside of a horse's forefoot


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Trimming is necessary to prevent sand cracks and breaking off of the hoof wall, which often results in lameness.
 
 
 
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