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Hoof

usgb/huːf/Volume
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Animal Specific

Used for certain animals with hard feet, not all animals.

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Cows and horses have hooves, but dogs don't.
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Care Necessity

Hooves require regular care for the animal's wellbeing.

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The farrier trims the horse's hooves every six weeks.
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Not a Paw

Incorrect to call a hoof a paw; they are distinct.

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Unlike a cat's paw, a horse's hoof can't grasp objects.
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