Hoof Care Archives – The Northwest Horse Source

Trainer’s Corner: Happy Foot Work

December 30, 2024 by Kim Roe

Shift the horse’s weight to the opposite leg before attempting to pick up their foot. Photo Courtesy Kim Roe.

Four Tips for Handling Your Horse’s Feet without Stress Imagine how it feels for a prey animal like a horse to have their foot held and manipulated by a predator species like a human. It’s truly amazing they ever let us touch their feet! If we come to the horse …

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Trail Savvy: Five Ways to be a Better Client for Your Farrier

May 9, 2024 by Robert Eversole

Photo Courtesy Robert Eversole

A Great Farrier is a Horse Owner’s Best Friend My mule Ellie kicked my farrier, Alex. It was a stark reminder of my oversight as I hadn’t upheld my end of the bargain and had neglected to train her appropriately. That was a few years ago, and I’ve learned a …

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Media Barn Book Review: Shoeing the Modern Horse

February 28, 2024February 26, 2024 by Northwest Horse Source

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The Horse Owner’s Guide to Farriery and Hoof Care By Steven Kraus with Katie Navarra Horses’ hooves are integral to their overall health, their athletic ability, and ultimately, their longevity. But not all horses are the same. The individual needs of each horse require an understanding of responsible, informed hoofcare …

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New & Noteworthy: HandsOn Gloves Introduces New Hoof Pick

September 28, 2023 by Northwest Horse Source

HandsOn Gloves, a family-owned company that develops animal and gardening care products, expands its multi-award-winning product line with the introduction of its new Hoof Pick. The HandsOn Hoof Pick features an ergonomic, ambidextrous handle that allows for a comfortable grip, making it easier to remove debris, including tough-packed mud and …

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HOOF ABSCESSES EXPLAINED

August 10, 2022August 9, 2022 by Press

A simplified view of the equine hoof to help visualize the structures involved in this process. Photo Credit: AAEP

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does “hoof abscess” actually mean? Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks …

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