Barefoot Trimming

If your horse's hoof looks like this, he/she is in desperate need of a trimming. This mare is 16 weeks behind schedule and is always on outside pasture.

This is that same mare after a balanced trim. Balancing the hoof keeps her conformation straight, alleviates pressure points which cause injury and pain and, keeps her happy, healthy and sound.

Again, here is a mare that is over 4 months behind in trimmming. Allthough this mare walks around and is healthy, having hooves that look like this is causing this mare to be unbalanced. An unbalanced hoof causes pain and strain on the joints and ligaments. It also causes an uneven gait which can result in injury and abcesses.

This is the same mare with a balanced trim. Comparing the photographs you can tell that she is much better off. A blanced hoof is a happy and healthy hoof.

This is a severe toe crack. Toe cracks like this can be due to injury or neglect. Either way this horse needs to be tended to with regular trimming avoid firther damage and discomfort. A simple regular trim will help this horse keep sound and comfortable.

If you pick out your horses hoof and it is resembling this photograph, you NEED to call a Farrier. This is severly overgrown and needs the proper attention and trim. Allowing this to continue could result in painful toe cracks and heel pain. A simple and regular trim will keep your horse happy and healthy and performing at his best.