My ever-observant grandson pointed out something peculiar at a recent wild horse sale. The horses were unshod, yet their hooves looked perfectly healthy. ‘Why don’t wild horses need shoes?’ he asked. That simple question led us both on a journey to understand the marvels of wild horse hoof care. Wild horses roam free in the …
Do Horseshoes Hurt? It’s a common question among horse enthusiasts and those new to the equine world. The simple answer is no; when done correctly by a skilled farrier, horseshoeing should not hurt horses. Let’s delve deeper into the world of horseshoes, hoof anatomy, and the shoeing process to understand why. When Horseshoes Hurt: Potential …
As a horse owner with six horses on regular shoeing schedules, I understand the challenges of determining how often to shoe your horse. While a general guideline is to have your horse’s hooves trimmed every 6-8 weeks and shod at the same time, each horse is unique. Hooves grow at different rates, requiring adjustments to …