{"product_id":"dr-tail-hoof-knife-narrow-blade-hook-tip-wooden-handle","title":"Dr. Tail Right-Handed Hoof Knife – Narrow Blade with Hook Tip and Wooden Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dr. Tail Right-Handed Hoof Knife with Narrow Blade is a compact farrier knife for precise, controlled hoof trimming. Its slim stainless steel blade finishes in a turned hook tip that cleans out the collateral grooves and opens up the sole, while the main edge pares the sole, frog and bars. A shaped wooden handle fixed with two brass rivets fills the palm and gives a secure grip for steady, accurate cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-handed blade, made to be held in the right hand and drawn toward the trimmer for natural, controlled cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow blade gives fine control in tight areas such as the collateral grooves, central sulcus and around the bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurned hook tip lifts out packed dirt, loose sole and frog flaps, and opens tracts for inspection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel blade holds a keen edge and resists rust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed satin finish on the blade with a clean, smooth bend at the tip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaped wooden handle fits the hand naturally and reduces fatigue during long trimming sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo solid brass rivets secure the blade firmly in the handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaser marked with the Dr. Tail logo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eClinical and Farrier Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParing dead, flaky sole during routine trims and before shoeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming ragged frog tissue and cleaning the frog clefts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrimming and tidying the bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExploring and opening suspected abscess tracts and areas of white line separation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning the collateral grooves to check for thrush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine claw trimming in cattle, sheep and goats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow It's Used\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the hoof thoroughly with a hoof pick and brush so you can see the sole, frog and white line clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the knife firmly in your right hand, with your left hand bracing the hoof for control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePare the sole with short, shallow strokes, always cutting away from your body and the hand holding the hoof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the hook tip to clean the collateral grooves and the central sulcus of the frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim only loose, dead tissue; stop when you reach firm, waxy sole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade clean between hooves and between animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-handed farriers and trimmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquine and large animal veterinarians\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorse owners who maintain hooves between farrier visits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLivestock owners trimming cattle, sheep and goat claws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarrier students and training programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight-Handed Hoof Knife, Narrow Blade with Hook Tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight-handed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNarrow stainless steel blade with turned hook tip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushed satin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShaped wooden handle with two brass rivets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.7 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, cattle, sheep, goats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDRTHCI38\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean off hoof material after every use and dry the blade completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHone the edge regularly with a fine stone or hoof knife sharpener; a sharp knife needs less force and is safer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen only the beveled side of the blade and lightly remove any burr from the flat side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the wooden handle out of standing water to prevent swelling and cracking; an occasional coat of linseed or mineral oil keeps the wood in good condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore with the blade covered or in a tool roll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafety Notice: Hoof knives are very sharp. Always cut away from yourself and from the hand holding the hoof, and keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr. Tail","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68088828461207,"sku":"DRTHCI38","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/7221\/8775\/files\/Compact_Knife_Full_Product.png?v=1792365144","url":"https:\/\/drtail.com\/products\/dr-tail-hoof-knife-narrow-blade-hook-tip-wooden-handle","provider":"Dr. Tail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}