CULTURAL QA 01202405 General QA- Base Quora QA
Q1 What are some unsaid rules in Indian culture?
A1 Ranganathan Arunachalam, Former 38 Years as a Sailing Marine
Engineer, 27 as C/ Eng (1970–2008) Dec 31
I am writing about a 50 year old incident that epitomises the cultural and
sociological temperament of those years / times. Things have moved forward
now and the incident is no longer valid in today’s environment.
I missed my cousin’s (my Chithi’s son’s) wedding as I was at sea. During my
childhood days, we had been very close. So, on my return home on leave, one
of the first things I did was to visit all of them, who were then in my
ancestral home in my village. A home that was typical of that period, with
a Mittham, Thinnai, Oak pillars in the living area, firewood ‘aduppus’ and
‘’kumuttis’ in the kitchen.
We finished dinner and together sat near the ‘mittham’, leaning back
against the wooden pillars. Not having seen me for a few years, many of the
neighbours had also joined in, making it a merry group. Having been around
the world on ships, I had a lot of anecdotes to tell and had to contend
with a lot of questions from the young and elderly alike.
Emotionally, it was a warm welcome, a warm evening.
That is when I noticed that my sister-in-law, the newly married bride of my
cousin was standing behind one of the numerous pillars, eagerly listening
to the fast flowing and, at times humorous, conversation, at the same time
trying to be invisible to the small gathering.
I addressed her directly by name and asked her to come and sit with us.
Whereupon my Chithi - her Mother-in-law - retorted that she will not join
in and, quite rudely, asked her to go into another room.
Sensing that I had trodden on some unspoken conservative traditions, it
hurt me that a girl with an MA in Tamil Literature should be so ill treated
by a 4th Class passed Chithi.
Being, by nature, stubborn and outspoken, I queried my Chithi about why the
bride should not join us, who replied “That is how it is”. (Adhu
appadithaan).
I said that I had come to the village to see my cousin and his bride. As I
was not being given that opportunity, I said I will pack my small suitcase
immediately and take the night bus back to Madras (later Chennai). I had
planned to stay for at least 3 days.
Aghast at my decision to cut short the visit - I had always been her
favourite nephew - she tried to brazen it out that this was the tradition
of the society, not to allow newly married brides in front of the public,
in front of strangers.
I stuck to my guns - either she comes and joins the group or I leave.I
stayed for the full three days, as planned and had some very pleasant
conversations with a highly intelligent girl.
That girl mentions this incident every time we met during visits or
functions over the next many decades.
Tables turn, societies change.
>From being a subjugated daughter-in-law, she went on to rule the roost in
that household.
To her eternal credit, she looked after her Mother-in-law (my Chithi) and
her Father-in-law till they passed away in their eighties.
Whether documented or not, some traditions are worth keeping and following.
Others that downgrade womenfolk are to be cast aside.
Unfortunately, today’s society is throwing away the baby with the
bathwater. Many parents, in their old age, are finding that their sons and
daughters-in-law refuse to give them refuge, being smitten by Western
concepts.
G=My note- I liked this QA very much and found a must to include this QA in
my cultural QA posting.
KR WHAT ARE THE UNSAID RULES OF CULTURE? THEN AND NOW OR THEN ONLY? OR
NOW ALSO? IF THEN THEN THERE WOULDHAVE BEN ANOTHER THEN ALSO; AND THERE
WOULD BE ANOTHER NOW LATER ALSO. WHAT AUTHOR IS TRYING TO BRING ABOUT?
WHERE IS THE DEFINITION OF CULTURE.
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Q3 What are some examples of win-win situations?
A3 Awdhesh Singh, iCriticalThinking.org, Ex-IRS, Author, Educator
22h
Some time ago, my wife expressed her desire to have samosa.
She: It is so cold nowadays. When was the last time we had samosas?
Me: I don’t remember. May be a month or even more. Let me order from
Zomato?
Then we checked up on Zomato and found that two pieces of samosa cost
around Rs 125 (including delivery charges), i.e. Rs 63 per piece.
Me: I am ordering it now. We will get it in 30 minutes.
She: No. We can’t waste so much on samosa. Leave it.
Me: Let me order. We can afford it.
She: No. We can’t waste money. I am not feeling like it.
Me: OK. I am going for a walk.
After that, I went for a walk for 2 km, which I usually do every evening.
However, I walked to a restaurant where Saamosas were prepared, instead of
walking around the society.
Me: How much Samosa cost?
He: Rs 14 per piece.
Me: Give me three pieces.
He packed up the samosas just prepared, and I came back home within 10–12
minutes.
My wife was thrilled to find samosa in the envelope.
She: Why should you have taken so much pain to get samosa? Me: I just had
an evening walk to the samosa shop. And we had hot samosas with a sip of
tea at our house.
There are many things which money can’t buy. However, there is always a way
to get the things done and get what you want.
The best strategy is one where no one loses and everyone wins. This was a
good example of a win-win situation.
G=My note- I was happy to read how a retired IRS officer mentions about him.
KR: THANK GOD EXCEPT IRS ALL ARE EITHER LOSING OR STAND VICTORIOUS TO
WIVES; IT IS ADMITTED BY THE COMPILER. IRS IS ALWAYS SMARTER THAN OTHERS.
CORRECT?
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Q4 Why do horses need horseshoes, when other equines (like zebras)
seem to be fine without them?
A4 Robin Shepard, Horse Trainer for 20+ years4y Because:
Artificial Selection.
KR: 1 simple: A horseshoe is needed for a horse to protect its hooves
from excessive wear and tear, particularly on hard surfaces, as the hoof is
made of a similar material to a human fingernail and can be easily damaged
without the added protection of a shoe; this is especially important for
working horses who are regularly ridden or pulling heavy loads, as their
hooves would wear down much faster without shoes. A horseshoe is a
man-made, curved, U-shaped piece of metal or other material that is
designed to fit around a horse's hooves. The “simple” answer, according to
the Horse and Rider, is that “under the right circumstances, many horses
can go barefoot as long as their owners are armed with the knowledge to
make the right decision.” A healthy and strong hoof can provide all the
protection, traction and support a horse will need.
The question of whether all horses need shoes is somewhat
contentious, and almost every horse owner or trainer has their own opinion
on the matter. There are pros and cons to shoeing, and what’s suitable for
one horse may not work for another. In a nutshell: it really depends on the
circumstances, and who you’re asking!
The question of whether to shoe or not to shoe is quite a personal choice,
and not all equestrians are in agreement about which horses should wear
them, and when. Some riders and trainers believe that horses do need shoes
nearly all of the time, arguing that this provides the best protection for
the feet during work. They may also argue that shod horses perform better
or are generally sounder.
On the other side of the debate, some equestrian experts argue that shoeing
isn’t always required, especially for leisure horses. Instead, they argue
that regular trimming and maintenance, when combined with quality
nutrition, should be enough to allow a horse to participate in almost any
kind of work while remaining sound and healthy. Some barefoot advocates are
even opposed to shoeing in all circumstances, including correctional or
surgical shoeing.
Others take more of a balanced approach, believing that it all depends on
the type of work the horse is in. For example, some riders may find that
barefoot horses are sounder and more agile when training in the area, but
may still prefer to provide supplementary protection for the hooves when
out hacking on more difficult terrain. Horses in high impact events or
those that work on harder ground — such as cross-country eventing, or on
hard tarmacked roads and pavements — may need more protection and traction,
meaning that shoeing is the better option.
Even if a horse goes barefoot some or all of the time, then their hooves
will still have regular trimming and maintenance. Much like our nails, a
horse’s hooves will grow continually if not maintained. As such, the hooves
must be trimmed to keep them in shape. Only wild horses can survive without
any trimming at all, because their hooves are worn down over time by
constant action over hard terrain.
It’s only natural that any horse lover or equestrian enthusiast will be
passionate when it comes to the care of their equine companions, and as
such, the question of whether or not horses need shoes can be quite an
emotive debate. However, the broad consensus tends to be that it depends on
the circumstances, the environment, and the type of work the horse is
doing. As such, it’s up to the owner to decide along with their vet or
another qualified person to ensure they’re making an informed decision that
takes in account the individual requirements of the horse.
Do racehorses need shoes?
While it’s not a requirement that racehorses wear shoes in order to
compete, nearly all of them will be shod when racing. Racehorses generally
run on softer ground, like turf or dirt tracks, but they still hit the
ground with great concussive force. As a result, it’s important that their
feet are adequately protected from the impact, which is why most wear shoes.
Many racehorses run in special designed aluminium shoes, as these are
lighter than traditional steel versions, but still provide excellent
protection for the foot. Because winning a race can come down to a fraction
of a second, losing a little weight off the shoe can make a big difference
to a horse’s speed and stride. Most owners opt for nailed-on shoes, but
some owners prefer to go for glue-on versions, instead, further decreasing
the weight and making it easier for the shoes to be reset.
The pros and cons of shoeing a horse
As we’ve discussed, there are arguments for and against shoeing. But what
exactly are they? Here, we’ve shared the main pros and cons of shoeing a
horse, so you can weigh up your options and make the most informed decision.
Benefits of shoeing
Protection: Shoes protect the hooves by adding durability and strength.
This can help to reduce the risk of injury when riding on hard ground, or
when performing intensive work.
Slower rate of wear: Shoes can prevent the hooves from wearing out too
quickly, which can be especially helpful for horses involved in work that
involves a lot of weight-bearing, such as carriage pulling.
Enhanced performance: Some equestrians find that their horse’s performance
is enhanced by shoeing. Horses that compete in high-impact events, such as
high-level jumping or cross country work, may also perform better with
shoes.
Can be used to correct problems: Corrective shoeing can help with balance
issues or other problems with a horse’s gait and stride. Shoeing can also
be used to correct chips or cracks in the hoof.
Increased support for horses with medical issues: Horses that suffer from —
or have suffered from — health conditions such as arthritis, ringbone, or
laminitis may benefit from the additional support that shoeing provides.
Cons of shoeing
Increased risk of injury: If the horse is not well-shod or the farrier is
inept, rogue or “hot” nails can harm the sensitive inner part of the hoof.
If a horse “springs” (loses) a shoe during work, it may result in a tendon
sprain or damage to the hoof wall.
More expensive: Shoeing is more expensive than trimming alone.
Pros and cons of going barefoot
Benefits of going barefoot
More cost-effective: Trimming alone is usually less expensive than getting
them shod, as you won’t need to pay for shoes.
Enhanced performance: Some equestrians find that their horses are sounder
and perform better when unshod — especially during arena work.
More natural: Wild horses don’t need to wear shoes, and as a result, some
people believe that keeping a horse as close to its natural state as
possible is healthier and more comfortable. However, this is no guarantee
that this will be the case for all horses.
Cons of going barefoot
Increased risk of injury: Although proper hoof maintenance and good
nutrition can help to build up the strength and resilience of the hoof and
sole, there will always be a chance that the horse may suffer a stone
bruise or other injury during work. However, this is also the case for shod
horses — neither option is a guarantee against the possibility of injury.
More trimming and maintenance may be needed: Owners of unshod horses need
to be extra vigilant about checking, trimming, and generally caring for the
feet and hooves, which can be time-consuming.
Extra protection may still be needed: Even for horses that are used to
being unshod, it may still sometimes be necessary to add some extra
protection or traction in certain circumstances. For example, the horse may
benefit from having temporary shoes or boots fitted when competing or
hacking in very wet or muddy conditions, or on very hard or icy ground.
How do I know if shoeing is right for my horse?
Deciding whether or not to shoe your horse is a highly personal choice.
Much like horseshoes themselves, there’s no one-size-fits all option,
meaning you’ll have to take a bespoke approach to meet the needs of your
horse. So, when making your decision, it’s important to weigh up all the
pros and cons of shoeing and going barefoot. You’ll also need to bear your
own circumstances and requirements in mind, taking the following factors
into account:
The type of work they’re currently doing. Are they performing strenuous
work or training intensively? Is it likely that the hooves will require
additional protection?
The ground they work on most often. Hard surfaces, like tarmac and asphalt,
will wear out the hooves more quickly and be harder on the feet, so shoeing
maybe the best option. Softer ground — like grass — will put less strain on
the feet, and so shoeing may not be necessary.
The overall health and body condition of the horse. Any medical conditions,
such as leg weaknesses or balance problems, may require correctional
shoeing. Horses that have suffered from laminitis, arthritis, or ringbone
may also benefit from shoeing.
The hardiness of the feet and hooves. Some horse’s will wear out their feet
and crack or flare their hooves quite rapidly, while others may be hardier.
The sensitivity of the sole. Some horses are more prone to bruising than
others.
It’s also important to remember that your horse’s needs are likely to
change over time. For example, if you’re bringing your horse back into work
after a break, then they are likely to have slightly different requirements
as they gradually build up their fitness. If the horse has been rested due
to an injury, they may also need specialist corrective shoeing in order to
help them recover or build strength in the legs.
Ultimately, you’re the one who knows your horse best, so it’s up to you to
decide what’s going to be the healthiest and most effective option. By
working closely with your vet, your trainer or instructor, and a good
farrier, you should be able to work out whether to go shod, unshod, or some
combination of both across the year.
Deciding whether to shoe your horse or not is an incredibly personal
decision, and what’s best will often depend on the unique needs of your
horse. Remember, this advice is intended as an introductory guide only, so
if you’re considering what to do with your own horse or pony, be sure to
consult your vet or an experienced farrier before making any decisions.
2 Was there shoes on horses in Vedic periods and later kingdoms
like chola Chera Pandya Kalinga etc?
THE INVENTION of the nailed iron horseshoe is attributed to the Celts, the
foremost iron workers of the ancient world. It is quite possible that the
British Celts were shoeing horses before the Roman invasion of 55 BC.
Vedic Astrology uses the horse-shoe nail, linked to Saturn, to ward off
negative energies, bring luck, and promote prosperity. Installed at home or
office, it protects, invites positive energies, and is enhanced with
rituals for maximum efficacy. Among the many elements of Vedic astrology,
the horse-shoe nail stands out as a unique symbol to be used. Vedic
Astrology, an ancient system that originated in India, has been revered for
its profound insights into human life and destiny. Among the many elements
of Vedic Astrology, the horse-shoe nail stands out as a unique symbol to be
used. A horseshoe nail is a small and sturdy object made up of iron
traditionally used to secure the horseshoe into the hooves of a horse to
provide them stability and protection. These nails come in various shapes
and sizes depending on the need. The iron from which it’s made is thought
to have magical properties that have a tendency to heal humans and bring
good luck and success. In Vedic Astrology, symbols carry deep meaning and
are believed to influence the energy surrounding an individual. The
horse-shoe nail is a symbol associated with Lord Shani, the planet Saturn,
which holds a crucial place in Vedic Astrology. Saturn is known to govern
discipline, hard work, and the karmic cycle. The horseshoe nail is believed
to have the power to appease the influence of Saturn and bring about
positive changes in one's life.
3 Artificial selection is an evolutionary process in which humans
consciously select for or against particular features in organisms – for
example, by choosing which individuals to save seeds from or breed from one
generation to the next. People have been artificially selecting plants and
animals for thousands of years. These activities have amounted to large,
long-term, practical experiments that clearly demonstrate that species can
evolve dramatically through selective breeding.
Artificial selection on wild mustard
For example, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, kale, and kohlrabi bear little
superficial resemblance to their wild mustard relatives. And yet, through
many generations of artificial selection, these five distinct crops were
intentionally evolved from a wild, weedy ancestor.
Shoes on horses is not artificial selection but some chose and many did not
to have shoes as only a random action.
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General QA- Base Quora QA
Q1 What are some unsaid rules in Indian culture?
A1 Ranganathan Arunachalam, Former 38 Years as a Sailing Marine
Engineer, 27 as C/ Eng (1970–2008) Dec 31
I am writing about a 50 year old incident that epitomises the cultural and
sociological temperament of those years / times. Things have moved forward
now and the incident is no longer valid in today’s environment.
I missed my cousin’s (my Chithi’s son’s) wedding as I was at sea. During my
childhood days, we had been very close. So, on my return home on leave, one
of the first things I did was to visit all of them, who were then in my
ancestral home in my village. A home that was typical of that period, with
a Mittham, Thinnai, Oak pillars in the living area, firewood ‘aduppus’ and
‘’kumuttis’ in the kitchen.
We finished dinner and together sat near the ‘mittham’, leaning back
against the wooden pillars. Not having seen me for a few years, many of the
neighbours had also joined in, making it a merry group. Having been around
the world on ships, I had a lot of anecdotes to tell and had to contend
with a lot of questions from the young and elderly alike.
Emotionally, it was a warm welcome, a warm evening.
That is when I noticed that my sister-in-law, the newly married bride of my
cousin was standing behind one of the numerous pillars, eagerly listening
to the fast flowing and, at times humorous, conversation, at the same time
trying to be invisible to the small gathering.
*I addressed her directly by name and asked her to come and sit with us.*
Whereupon my Chithi - her Mother-in-law - retorted that she will not join
in and, quite rudely, asked her to go into another room.
Sensing that I had trodden on some unspoken conservative traditions, it
hurt me that a girl with an MA in Tamil Literature should be so ill treated
by a 4th Class passed Chithi.
Being, by nature, stubborn and outspoken, I queried my Chithi about why the
bride should not join us, who replied “That is how it is”. (Adhu
appadithaan).
I said that I had come to the village to see my cousin and his bride. As I
was not being given that opportunity, I said I will pack my small suitcase
immediately and take the night bus back to Madras (later Chennai). I had
planned to stay for at least 3 days.
Aghast at my decision to cut short the visit - I had always been her
favourite nephew - she tried to brazen it out that this was the tradition
of the society, not to allow newly married brides in front of the public,
in front of strangers.
I stuck to my guns - either she comes and joins the group or I leave.I
stayed for the full three days, as planned and had some very pleasant
conversations with a highly intelligent girl.
That girl mentions this incident every time we met during visits or
functions over the next many decades.
Tables turn, societies change.
>From being a subjugated daughter-in-law, she went on to rule the roost in
that household.
*To her eternal credit, she looked after her Mother-in-law (my Chithi) and
her Father-in-law till they passed away in their eighties.*
Whether documented or not, some traditions are worth keeping and following.
Others that downgrade womenfolk are to be cast aside.
Unfortunately, today’s society is throwing away the baby with the
bathwater. Many parents, in their old age, are finding that their sons and
daughters-in-law refuse to give them refuge, being smitten by Western
concepts.
*My note- I liked this QA very much and found a must to include this QA in
my cultural QA posting.*
Q2 What is the best joke about engineers that very few people have
heard?
A2 Deepak Mehta, I like to make and curate lists. Updated 7y
My note- U/A joke. Read with open mind
What is the difference between Mechanical Engineers and Civil Engineers?
Mechanical Engineers build weapons; Civil Engineers build targets.
Three engineering students were gathered together discussing the possible
designers of the human body. One said, "It was a mechanical engineer. Just
look at all the joints."
Another said, "No, it was an electrical engineer. The nervous system has
many thousands of electrical connections."
The last said, "Actually it was a civil engineer. Who else would run a
toxic waste pipeline through a recreational area?"
Q3 What are some examples of win-win situations?
A3 Awdhesh Singh, iCriticalThinking.org, Ex-IRS, Author, Educator
22h
Some time ago, my wife expressed her desire to have samosa.
She: It is so cold nowadays. When was the last time we had samosas?
Me: I don’t remember. May be a month or even more. Let me order from
Zomato?
Then we checked up on Zomato and found that two pieces of samosa cost
around Rs 125 (including delivery charges), i.e. Rs 63 per piece.
Me: I am ordering it now. We will get it in 30 minutes.
She: No. We can’t waste so much on samosa. Leave it.
Me: Let me order. We can afford it.
She: No. We can’t waste money. I am not feeling like it.
Me: OK. I am going for a walk.
After that, I went for a walk for 2 km, which I usually do every evening.
However, I walked to a restaurant where Saamosas were prepared, instead of
walking around the society.
Me: How much Samosa cost?
He: Rs 14 per piece.
Me: Give me three pieces.
He packed up the samosas just prepared, and I came back home within 10–12
minutes.
My wife was thrilled to find samosa in the envelope.
She: Why should you have taken so much pain to get samosa? Me: I just had
an evening walk to the samosa shop. And we had hot samosas with a sip of
tea at our house.
There are many things which money can’t buy. However, there is always a way
to get the things done and get what you want.
The best strategy is one where no one loses and everyone wins. This was a
good example of a win-win situation.
*My note- I was happy to read how a retired IRS officer mentions about him.*
Q4 Why do horses need horseshoes, when other equines (like zebras)
seem to be fine without them?
A4 Robin Shepard, Horse Trainer for 20+ years4y
*Because: Artificial Selection.*
Nature creates animals that are very well suited for their environments.
Zebras and other wild equids like wild asses and Przewalski’s Horses don’t
need shoes because their feet are their very survival and natural selection
eliminated all those equids without strong, healthy feet.
Humans have bred domestic horses to be and do something specific, for
humans. The artificial selection process we create when breeding domestic
horses does not always consider feet as important as other human-desired
traits.
Horse/Equid hooves are a combination of tough outer material and somewhat
softer inner material which protects the bones and sensitive structures of
the foot.
They are beautifully designed to wear at a rate relative to the average
hardness of the ground upon which they evolved, and yet stay flexible
enough to allow for good blood circulation to the continually growing
structures of the hoof material, and shock absorption for the inner
conformational structures of the skeleton and joints.
Nature found a brilliant and complex way to structure an equid’s foot to
wear, and at the same time grow, at the most efficient rate to repair the
inevitable damages of life in the wild, all while keeping the animal fast,
sound, and on its feet in an optimal way. It’s really an intricately
balanced and beautiful structure.
Humans changed all that. We bred horses for size, strength, beauty,
novelty, or certain special tasks for which we decided we wanted to use
them. This accelerated form of breeding (artificial selection, as opposed
to the natural selection process undergone in the slow evolutionary
process) caused certain things to be left behind or to be bred at
less-than-optimal levels in favor of other traits we deemed more important
to us.
Today, most domestic horses require shoes in order to stay sound, even if
they don’t regularly walk on concrete or roads. (I’m saying most, not all.)
But I trained Paint horses, American Quarter Horses, Thoroughbreds and
Arabians for a long time. Very few of them could go without shoes because
their hooves or other aspects of conformation were not perfectly balanced,
which caused foot/hoof problems such as quarter cracks, low heels, winging,
etc.
These problems are startlingly common in “well-bred” horses and require
shoes and consistent, regular re-balancing by the farrier in order to stave
off lameness, injuries, and/or complete loss of function. Many
domestic-bred horses also have, or are prone, to certain common hoof
ailments such as white-line disease, laminitis, easily bruised feet due to
weak structure, etc.
Wild horses and their cousins like Przewalski’s horse, zebras, and wild
asses, do not need shoes even though they often live in harsh, punishing,
rocky environments, because they were formed by natural evolution, and for
wild animals, feet are very important. Natural selection made sure feet
were a very high priority.
Notably, natural selection is so good at making function a priority, that
the variation in appearance (which humans value) is of very low priority.
That’s why most wild animals of a specific species, including horses,
usually all look very similar to each other.
Humans made other things a priority in their breeding programs, and healthy
feet are usually not among the most important factors in human-led breeding
programs, with some relative exceptions. One breed of horse, the Akhal
Teke, has been bred to have a reflective, metallic-like coat. Very
beautiful, but when you intensely select for one physical trait, you’ll
inevitably have to neglect other things.
This often creates high occurrences of genetic defects and structural
problems in the breed, such as “Naked Foal Syndrome” as in the Akhal Teke,
“Lethal White Syndrome” in Paint Horses, CID in Arabians, HYPP in
halter-bred Quarter Horses, PSSM in many Draft breeds, HERDA - a newer
disease cropping up in competition Quarter Horses, and numerous other
damaging and fatal problems associated with breeding for looks rather than
a healthy animal.
I owned a Mustang for many years. Mustangs are America’s “wild” horses
descended and breeding freely in the wild over many generations, from the
rough stock that got loose from the Spanish Conquistadors many hundreds of
years ago, and known to be much ‘closer’ to their wild relatives than any
domestic horse breeds.
I never put shoes on her and she had what we call “great feet” (very
healthy, balanced and strong), and was never lame or ever had any hoof
problems. I rode and used her extensively on many types of terrain,
including concrete and roads, for many years.
Incidentally, she was also one of the most difficult to break to ride, she
was one of the smartest, and she was the most sure footed horse I’ve ever
ridden to this day, and I’ve ridden many thousands of horses in my life.
As others have noted, now that some of our horses must be used more on
concrete and roads, this change in requirements of the hoof has come too
fast for evolution to create a hoof strong and functional enough to take
the rough grinding of these human-made surfaces. So domestic horses used a
lot on these surfaces often require shoes, but not always, as much depends
on the individual, the breed, and the people maintaining the feet and
hooves.
But this is not the only, or most influential reason our domestic horses
usually require the help of horseshoes. Humans have artificially selected
horses for looks and “use” over the health and safety of the animal. This
“breeding out” of the stronger hooves of wild horses has created a domestic
horse hoof that cannot maintain its strength and integrity while trying to
keep up with the rapid changes of this artificial selection process.
Gopalakrishnan 6-1-2025
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