I nailed on my first set of horseshoes 60 years ago when I was 15 in 1964. It was on a kind gelding named Maverick at the summer horse camp that I attended.
Determining the best approach to shoeing a horse that is underperforming begins with understanding why the horse is failing to perform at its peak. Experienced riders are a great source of information. They often pick up subtle changes that can be difficult to detect while observing the horse move.
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Truer fit, longer wear, and greater performance in both front and hind patterns. The full toe design allows the horseshoe to last longer and the balanced shape means less time at the anvil. The TS8 also features sole relief while the nail holes are perfect for thin walled hooves. The TS8 model is even thicker and slightly wider for greater support, and protection of the hoof.
EZ Plus offers a wider web for additional support and boxed heels to save time. The fronts are symmetrical, while the hinds come in a left and right pattern with added length in the outside branch. Using a deep V-crease to secure the nail, this shoe is punched for a SB 5 nail.
The Mustad Combo 5 Slim is a versatile nail with a longer length, slightly slimmer shank and larger head that fits in a wide range of shoes. Endura nails are up to 30% stronger than other forged nails and made with superior steel that provides stronger clinches. Great nail for resets — nail head fills nail holes and crease better in resets. Exclusive Endura coating drives smoother and does not rust or oxidize. Ideal for hard feet and/or dry conditions.
After the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act’s rules and regulations have been in place for 3 months, a Texas congressman who co-sponsored the bill wants to turn back the clock.
This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites. Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Meader Supply.
A heart-bar horseshoe is a common solution for when the condition calls for frog support, such as laminitis or quarter cracks. Texas farrier and TPFA member Tommy Boudreau demonstrated this in his home shop located in Mineral Wells, Texas.
Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.
Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.