hoof

You’ve probably heard the saying, ‘no hoof, no horse’. Riders need to practice smart hoof care, especially if they want to keep their horse healthy and performing well. It all begins with the amount of exercise, the environment they’re in, the quality of their nutrition, and if they’re receiving regular maintenance. If you want good...

What cowgirl doesn’t want to add a splash of color to her horse? With Hoofies you can! They’re easy to apply and even simpler to remove. It can be a lot of fun dressing your horse up in glitter, bright colors, or even patterns. You won’t believe the selection! The owners of Hoofies, Becky Attales...

The popular quote “no hoof, no horse” continues to prove just how essential good hoof care is. Horses with weak or damaged hooves consistently show up unsound for riding. By investing in your horse’s feet, you’re helping to keep them happy and moving around easily. Follow these simple tips to get healthy hooves! 1. Decide...

Your farrier probably has a few things he’d like to tell his clients. Sometimes, the owners are harder to deal with than the actual horses. You can avoid being difficult by knowing a few things up front. Follow these top ten pieces of advice to be your farrier’s favorite client! 1) Give them a good...

Dashing through the snow isn’t fun for your horse if he has snow packed in his hooves. Winter hoof care is essential during the next few months when snowy, icy, and cold conditions will likely be present. It’s your job to make sure your horse is well protected from the elements from his ears to...

You’ll be shocked when you see how healthy and affordable apple cider vinegar can be. Not only is it great for people, but your horse can reap the benefits as well! From the inside out, you’ll notice amazing changes. Get in charge of your horse’s health by eliminating products with questionable ingredients, instead look for...

  Hoof cracks are unsightly! They can be extremely frustrating to deal with and can cause a lot of headaches. It can be hard to identify why they are happening or even what kind they are. Some are chronic, while others are short-lived and easily resolved. The environment, their nutrition, conformation, and how regular your...

Laminitis is not only painful and crippling, but it can lead to death in severe cases. This disease affects the hooves of horses. It is the result of a lack of blood flow to the laminae, which is within the hoof. The laminae is what connects the coffin bone to the hoof wall. This failure can...