Comparisons of Hoof Boots and Shoeing
Here are three basic reasons why you shoe a horse: (and a reason to use hoof boots and natural hoof trimming)
1. Protection or Prevent Excessive Wear:
Currently there are other types of hoof protection available...
EquiSearch’s Ask the Vet: Trimming Horse Feet
Should a horse have its frog and sole trimmed? Dr. Joyce Harman explains how trimming affects the natural foot of the horse.
Question: My farrier is very conscientious and appears well trained with recent schooling....
The Mystery of the Collateral Grooves
Original article by Maria Siebrand of The Thoughtful Horseman.
Measuring Uniform, Adequate Sole Depth Using the Collateral Grooves
The above image is from Marjorie Smith's barefoothorse.com (thank you, Marjorie!) but I've relabeled the image because...