When horse owners think of hoof health, they usually picture farriers, shoes, and balanced trims. But the journey toward a healthy hoof actually begins at the opposite end of the horse: the teeth! Proper equine dental care plays a massive role in protecting your horse from metabolic hoof trauma, including severe laminitis and founder. The Hidden Connection: How Dental Issues Trigger Founder When dental floats are neglected, horses develop sharp enamel points, hooks, or uneven