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The hoof: Inside and Out (part two)
Inside the hoof Some of the structures inside the hoof are less well known – with the exception of a few which can cause the most lameness problems – but are just as vital for the health of the hoof … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Horse care, Horseshoes and hoof boots
Tagged advice, farrier articles, farriery, horses hoof
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Guest Post: Harness racing shoeing
Guest Post from Adam White : From an early age I always had a passion for shoeing, well horses in general. I worked in stables and had family involvement from day one, I was doomed to have some kind of career … Continue reading
Horseshoe nails
Some of the most popular horseshoe nails in New Zealand are also the brand leaders in other western countries too. E-head nails (including E slim) are the most used. These are a multi-purpose nail and suit our horses and many … Continue reading
Posted in Farrier supplies NZ, Horseshoes and hoof boots
Tagged aussie, derby, farrier supplies NZ, horseshoe nails, liberty, march, mustad
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Will using aluminium shoes improve my horses movement?
Q: I have been told to use aluminium shoes on my show hack, to improve her movement in the ring. is this a good idea, and what are the drawbacks? Pauline, Canterbury A: Hi Pauline. The best approach might be … Continue reading
Shoes left long at the heel
Question: My farrier generally shoes my horses with the outside back of the shoe much wider than their actual feet. I am concerned that they may be able to stand on their shoes and pull them off. Should I ask … Continue reading
Posted in Advice, Horseshoes and hoof boots
Tagged farrier advice, farriery, horseshoes, losing shoes
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What tools do I need to remove a horseshoe?
Q: My horse doesn’t actually lose his shoes often, but he frequently twists them so they are partially away from his feet. When this happens, should I try and remove the whole shoe or wait for the farrier to come? … Continue reading
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Tagged farrier advice, hoofcare, removing shoes
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Replacing lost shoes
Q: My new farrier charges me to replace a cast shoe, but my old one never used to. I feel a bit resentful, as why should I pay if he hasn’t nailed the shoe on properly in the first place … Continue reading
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Tagged farrier advice, farriery, horseshoeing, lost shoes
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Asking to get burnt
Somebody should tell this farrier fella that using a rasp like that when burning on is dangerous and there’s a possibility the rasp could slip and he will burn himself. It happened to me once. At least.
Posted in Farrier Services, Horseshoes and hoof boots
Tagged burning on, farrier photos, farrier smoke, hoof rasp
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