To ensure a precise AI analysis of the hoof's mechanical load, please follow these steps carefully:

1. Preparation

Clean & dry the hoof: Remove all dirt, mud, or loose bedding. Important: The hoof must not be wet! Moisture can cause reflections that may distort the AI analysis results.

Firm ground: Place the horse on a flat, level, and hard surface (e.g., concrete or asphalt). Avoid grass, bedding, or deep sand.

Stand square: Ensure the horse is standing square, distributing its weight evenly on all four legs.

2. Camera Positioning

Get down to hoof level: Do not take the photo from a standing position. Hold your phone or camera exactly at hoof height (ground level).

Side View (Lateral): Position the camera at a 90° angle to the side of the hoof. The camera must point directly at the center of the hoof wall.

3. Quality Check

Coronary band must be fully visible: This is the most critical requirement! The coronary band must not be covered or obstructed at any point. As the user, it is your responsibility to ensure this transition is completely clear, otherwise the quality of the AI analysis will suffer significantly.

Focus: Ensure the image is perfectly sharp and not blurry.

Lighting: Avoid harsh shadows or direct sunlight hitting only parts of the hoof. Bright, indirect daylight works best.

Distance: Keep enough distance so the entire hoof and the area just above the coronary band are fully visible, while staying close enough to capture fine details.

Pro Tip: If your horse has long feathers (hair) covering the coronary band, please brush or pull them up securely (e.g., with an elastic band or clip) so the transition from skin to hoof horn is completely and seamlessly visible.