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soundandshoeless: New to Barefoot? What to Expect
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Monday, 3 October 2011. So you've just had your horse's shoes taken off- well done! Here's some important things to be careful of while your horse adapts all the new stimuli getting to his feet:. 3) Because your horse does not have the protection of a shoe 24/7, you will be able to see when he is slightly sore or footy. Believe it or not, this is a good thing! 7) Find some fun activities to do regardless of what level of activity your horse is up to at the moment- even if you can only walk in-hand at the...
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soundandshoeless: October 2011
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Tuesday, 25 October 2011. Hoof Boot Guide Part III: Testing the Fit. So, now that your shiny new hoof boots have arrived in the post, now is the time for the ultimate test- do they fit (and do they make your horse look just that little bit more stylish? 2) Holding your horse's pastern with one hand, use the other to maneouver the boot over the foot toe-first. It is very important that the toe is fitted into the toe of the boot or there may be chafing or damage to the boot. 3) Once the toe is in, bring th...
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soundandshoeless: Wake Up!
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Sunday, 16 October 2011. OK- ready yourselves, I'm about to set off on a bit of a rant. Why- in this day and age- is the equine world so afraid of upsetting so-called 'professionals' and 'businessmen' that we let it limit what we can and can't do with OUR animal? How often have I heard - 'I can't do . or I can't have . out to see my horse because it might upset my farrier/yard owner'? Who would shop at a store where, if they found out you shopped around, they would threaten you with banishment?
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soundandshoeless: Your Horse's Pulse: How to Take it and What it Means
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Saturday, 1 October 2011. Your Horse's Pulse: How to Take it and What it Means. 2) Locate the correct area to measure the distal pulse. It lies in the soft area just behind the bony mass of the pastern. 3) Cup your hand as shown and wrap it around the pastern from the front. The front part of the pastern should be resting in the soft area between your thumb and forefinger. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Hoof Boot Guide Part III: Testing the Fit. Wose Than it Looks? Dwarf Box for Short-Arse.
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soundandshoeless: Hoof Boot Guide Part III: Testing the Fit
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Tuesday, 25 October 2011. Hoof Boot Guide Part III: Testing the Fit. So, now that your shiny new hoof boots have arrived in the post, now is the time for the ultimate test- do they fit (and do they make your horse look just that little bit more stylish? 2) Holding your horse's pastern with one hand, use the other to maneouver the boot over the foot toe-first. It is very important that the toe is fitted into the toe of the boot or there may be chafing or damage to the boot. 3) Once the toe is in, bring th...
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soundandshoeless: September 2011
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Thursday, 29 September 2011. Wednesday, 28 September 2011. What Hoof Shape are You? Hooves come in a variety of shapes ans sizes, from flat to round or splayed just to name a few. But what do these terms mean? Listed below are some pictures and descriptions of common hoof shapes and what they mean. 3) Flared Feet: Hooves with large amounts of flare can result from feet that are overdue a trim, or from feet which suffer from long term inflammation and usually also exhibit under-run or collapsed heels.
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soundandshoeless: Wose Than it Looks?
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Saturday, 15 October 2011. Wose Than it Looks? Often, with feet, things are not entirely as they seem. To the untrained eye, feet look horrific but the cause can be entirely cosmetic. other times they look OK, but are severely compromised. This is especially true of horses who are recently out of shoes and get crumbly wall. Due to this fact, it is important to consult an experienced hoof care professional when in doubt. So, why does this incongruence exist? Surely more poorly hooves should look worse!
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soundandshoeless: Hoof Boot Guide Part II: Measuring Your Feet
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Saturday, 1 October 2011. Hoof Boot Guide Part II: Measuring Your Feet. Perhaps the most important step in fitting your horse with hoof boots is getting the correct size boot. This is especially so if you are ordering boots from an online seller (as nearly all of us do). To correctly size your feet, you will need the following items: a straight edge, a ruler or measuring tape, a permanent marker pen (if desired) and, of course, something to record your measurements on. 4) If desired, place the hoof on a ...
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soundandshoeless: Dwarf Box for Short-Arse
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Saturday, 1 October 2011. Dwarf Box for Short-Arse. Anyone who's seen my pony Angus will know that his is far grander than his meager size, and boy did the little man's ego take a beating today when we moved yards. As you can see from the picture below, his stable didn't come equipped for the vertically challenged. Help- my horse shrank in the wash! So, taking pity on the poor soul whinnying in frustration, we installed a little boost for him. Perhaps next time something quieter. a trampoline?
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