EVERY pony and horse must have strict attention paid to keep his or her feet in good order.

Every time you go to ride, or put ponies away in the evening, make sure to look at their feet.

Keep a hoof pick handy at all times and pick them out properly, always working from the heels down towards the toes for best effect. Wear your riding hat for protection from any flying kicks!

Study this photo of a hoof being

examined by a vet for signs of thrush.

Can you pick out - and name - the three areas where thrush can occur in the equine hoof?