This is generally the owner's or the trainer's responsibility. Also helps build resistance to disease. Vitamin D - helps properly utilize vitamin A, calcium and phosphorus, necessary for strong bones, teeth, and the hoof. Vitamin E - helps to retard cellular aging, as an antioxidant. Supplies oxygen to the cells for better endurance.
Helps fight fatigue, accelerates healing and growth.
The horse owner is the most important player in insuring that the horse has healthy hooves. The owner needs to know that the diet being fed to the horse is having a positive effect on its feet, skin, mane, tail and general health. This matter should be approached carefully so as to not offend anyone. The owner or trainer who generally plays the role of the nutritionist should look to the veterinarian for advice in these matters. Common sense is in order.