[Gestalt]

Would a hoof supplement help with underrun heels? Or is it more of a hoof trim or genetic issue?

[Melissa.Hare.Jones]

Trimming/genetics issue. Supplements won't help.

[Noodles]

The right farrier can make a big difference in underrun heals..........

[merrygoround]

Hang on Rick will get here!!

[Frizzle]

IMO the best way to manage underrun heels is to trim them properly. I really don't think any supplement is going to help with that.

[Rick Burten]

Would a hoof supplement help with underrun heels?

It Depends. Even at that, it will only be a secondary/ancillary effect.

Or is it more of a hoof trim or genetic issue?

Yes, probably to both. Absent photos including radiographs, and a full history, there is no way anyone here can give the kind of information for which you are looking, save to say that all aspects of his management/care have to be evaluated, first individually, then in aggregate, to formulate an overall treatment protocol. And, that protocol should include alternatives .

[Daydream Believer]

I agree with Rick. Most of the time it's a trim issue and often related to conformation or genetics. A hoof supplement might bring in faster healthier growth that can help your farrier correct the problem but the main issues have to be addressed first.

[Tom Bloomer]

I agree with Daydream Believer.

[grayarabpony]

While supplements won't help under run heels, making sure your horse is getting enough copper, zinc and amino acids may otherwise help foot quality. I give my horse Tri Amino in case he's not getting enough lysine on his current coastal Bermudagrass hay diet. His feet have more concavity when he's on it.

[Gestalt]

While supplements won't help under run heels, making sure your horse is getting enough copper, zinc and amino acids may otherwise help foot quality. I give my horse Tri Amino in case he's not getting enough lysine on his current coastal Bermudagrass hay diet. His feet have more concavity when he's on it.

Very interesting!