>> Then we're back to the issue of the torque that would cause on the >> tendons... > > disclaimer: i am not a horse.
Exactly. The biomechanics are not the same. The horse's normal hind foot landing is to slide into place. With caulks, borium, nails, or studs, the hoof is not allowed to function naturally. The grab sends torque up thru the leg, which can, not only negatively affect the hock, but cause back pain for the horse. Judy http://icehorses.net http://clickryder.com
