Advances in Equine Podiatry by Dr Sarah Daly is a comprehensive guide to modern equine foot care, published initially as a series in the NZ Equine Veterinary Practitioner. This evidence-based resource bridges the gap between veterinary medicine and farriery, providing practical approaches to diagnosing and treating common hoof imbalances that predispose horses to lameness.

The book covers seven key areas: systematic podiatry examination techniques, caudal failure and negative palmar angles, contracted heels and capsular deformities, thin soles and weak walls, high-low syndrome, angular limb deformities, and emerging technologies in equine podiatry. Dr Daly emphasises the importance of hoof balance, proper alignment, and the use of modern tools like digital hoof mapping and motion analysis to create individualised treatment protocols.

This technical resource is specifically designed for equine veterinarians and progressive farriers who wish to work collaboratively using evidence-based farriery methods. It includes detailed case studies, radiographic interpretation guidelines, and practical shoeing recommendations to improve horse soundness through biomechanical modifications. The book promotes better communication between professions and encourages practitioners to document and develop their own research-based podiatry protocols.