Eqvira is
- A documentation and observation tool
- Built around consistent hoof image capture
- Designed for long-term review, not instant answers
Before you begin
Designed for documentation, not diagnosis.
Eqvira is not
- A diagnostic or veterinary tool
- An alert or monitoring system
- A replacement for professional judgment
Eqvira supports attentiveness. Decisions always remain yours and your care team's.
Routine
A typical Eqvira rhythm.
Most owners follow a simple, repeatable pattern.
Step 1
Create a record for each horse
Each horse has their own space for images and notes. This matters most in barns or multi-horse environments where details can blur over time.
Step 2
Capture the same hoof views
For each hoof, capture three consistent views: dorsal, solar, and lateral. Eqvira gently encourages a complete 12-image set so comparisons stay meaningful.
Step 3
Add notes when something stands out
Short annotations preserve context -- what you noticed, what felt different, or what you want to remember later.
Step 4
Review over time
When questions arise, timelines help you look back calmly instead of relying on memory.
This rhythm -- capture, organize, review -- is where Eqvira's value compounds.
Consistency over perfection.
Eqvira works best with consistency -- not perfection.
- Missed a view? Capture it next time.
- Missed a month? Resume when it's practical.
- Took fewer notes than usual? That's okay.
Even partial records are more reliable than memory alone. Over time, consistency builds naturally.
Using Eqvira with multiple horses
Many owners care for more than one horse, often in shared environments. Eqvira helps by:
- Keeping each horse's history separate
- Preventing images from blending together
- Making it easier to review one hoof at a time
When responsibility scales, structure matters more than recall.
Collaboration
Working with farriers & veterinarians
Eqvira is most useful when reviewing hoof history during a visit, sharing visual timelines, or answering questions with "Here's what it looked like before."
Eqvira doesn't interpret images -- it provides clarity so conversations stay grounded and collaborative.
Using Eqvira offline
Eqvira works fully offline in barns, fields, or remote locations. Capture images anytime, add notes without connectivity, and sync securely when you're back online.
You don't need to change how you work for Eqvira to fit.
Common questions
Quick answers, no pressure.
How often should I capture images?
Most owners capture monthly or around farrier visits. The right rhythm is one you can maintain comfortably.
Do I need to capture all 12 images every time?
Complete sets make comparisons clearer, but partial sets are still valuable. Eqvira encourages -- it never requires.
Can I use this alongside my phone photos?
Yes. Eqvira provides structure and organization that camera rolls don't.
Will Eqvira tell me if something is wrong?
No. Eqvira supports documentation and review. Decisions remain with you and your professionals.
Small habits
Simple practices that help.
- Capture images in similar lighting when possible
- Keep hoof positioning consistent
- Add a short note when something catches your attention
- Review timelines occasionally, not constantly
A final note
Eqvira isn't about doing more. It's about paying attention consistently.
If you're documenting, reviewing, and returning when questions arise -- you're using Eqvira exactly as intended.