A man who fits shoes for horses has been included in the King’s Birthday Honours list. David Nicholls, who lives in Worthing, is a “globally recognised ambassador” of the farrier industry, which ...

The owner of a horse riding and rare breed centre in the Lake District is raising money for vet treatment after rescuing two horses from auction.

A horse with laminitis will stand in a "sawhorse" stance, with all four legs angled out from the normal position. Educate yourself on laminitis, a debilitating and often fatal disease causing pain ...

Keeping your horse's hooves well-trimmed is essential for their health and mobility. The right tools can make this job a whole lot easier. We've sifted through the options to bring you a guide to the ...

Since the 1980s, the evolution of hoof care has been deeply influenced by the barefoot movement, which emerged as a response to the limitations of traditional horseshoeing. This movement advocated for ...

Metal Workers. Satisfying Horse Hoof Cleaning Done with Professional Skills. Posted: December 23, 2024 | Last updated: December 23, 2024. Watch as skilled professionals perform meticulous horse ...

The Normal The two bones called phalanxes or phalanges that make up the pastern are equivalent to your two longest finger bones. Your third phalanx resides within your fingertip and the horse’s within ...

If you suspect your horse may benefit from a hoof supplement, consult with your veterinarian or an equine nutritionist to assess his diet and create a healthier overall ration. • Stop the stomping.

The hoof continually grows, like human fingernails, to compensate for normal wear and tear. Under natural conditions, horses’ feet wear about the same rate they grow, but the confined horse’s ...