Why won the industry consider reducing the size and shape of the pads, or look into using a different design for action devices?
A – We are an evolving sport and are always considering new and better ways to train our horses. We believe the pads and action devices used on our horses are safe and effective. Veterinarians tell us they don’t treat many Walking Horses for leg problems (bowed tendons, etc.), and a study by the Auburn University School of Veterinary Medicine concluded that the pads and action devices on Tennessee Walking Horses do not cause any detectable pain or tissue damage to the horses. If new information or data indicates we should reduce the size and shape of the pads, we will certainly evaluate it.
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