Like all appendages, nerves and blood vessels circulate through the hoofs for carrying nutrients, oxygen and for the transmission of sensory stimulation. The hoofs require continual care so as to avoid and prevent foot injuries; and thus a common activity for all horse owners and farriers is ...
I have four dogs, and they always find the carcasses. After the rest of the animal is gone, the cloven hooves remain. I have had one of these in my yard for over a year, and it serves as a chew toy. Though I'm not happy about it, I don't want to touch it, so I leave it...