When glue-on shoes are the best option to keep a horse comfortable and on its feet, it’s crucial to know how to apply them properly. At the 2025 International Hoof-Care Summit, Port Orange, Fla., farrier Roy Verocay demonstrates the correct application of Glue-U’s GluShu. The aluminum shoe is bonded to a flexible cuff that is indirectly glued to the foot and can be easily modified for individual horses. 

“The sizing of the shoe is comparable to a Kerckhaert,” says Verocay. “If you grab a Kerckhaert and put it on, the GluShu is going to look slightly bigger. That’s because the vulcanized rubber enlarges the perimeter of the shoe, but the aluminum inside the cuff matches the perimeter of a regular shoe.” 

Preparing the Shoe & Foot

After the trim, Verocay shapes the shoe to the foot. Smaller shoes can be shaped on a stall jack, while others may need an anvil. The shoe should fit snugly, which means there should not be a gap between the cuffs and the hoof wall, and the cuffs should not bulge out from the hoof. The toe or heel cuffs can be trimmed to accommodate the hoof shape and needs of the horse.