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Posted by: Rhinoriders May 27 2008, 03:27 PM

Does anyone know of any long term study on the PREVETION of chronic hoof disease in Greater Indian Rhinos? I'm begining a long term program at the Toronto Zoo with our 1.1 Indian Rhinos concerning the captive management, including regular hoof care (regular hoof trims and assesments) and exhibit/holding conditions and the possibility of reducing or preventing the occurance of any chronic hoof diseases..... Any thoughts, ideas or similar studies......?

Posted by: Kees May 28 2008, 12:25 PM

The first publication to consult about foot problems in the Indian rhino would be the thesis by Von Houwald http://www.rhinoresourcecenter.com/index.php?s=1&act=refs&CODE=ref_detail&id=1165241872 Have a look to see if she offers any practical suggestions in this or later publications

Posted by: rhinocap Jun 3 2008, 10:58 PM

You should check out the Basel Zoo who have now addressed some of these damaging foot issues in Indian rhinos in an innovative approach to indoor and outdoor exhibits. If you like I will dig it out for you!

Posted by: Rhinoriders Jun 11 2008, 02:33 AM

hey Cap...if you could dig it up that would be awesome....i'm trying to get as much info as fast as possable.... thanks for bringing it to me.......