Do Hoof Oils, Hardeners and Supplements Really Work?
Do hoof oils, dressings, hardeners and supplements actually improve hoof quality? Learn what affects healthy horse hooves and what doesn’t.
Toe Cracks in Horses: Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Toe cracks in horses are often a sign of deeper issues. Learn the common causes, from nutrition to hoof imbalance, and how to manage them…
Barefoot Transition Horse: How to Pull Shoes Safely
Transitioning a horse from shoes to barefoot requires more than just pulling shoes. Learn how to prepare, assess, and support your horse for a successful…
Beyond “Just a Pet”: Rethinking Hoof Care for Miniature Horses
Miniature horses may be small, but their hoof care needs are not. Learn why regular trimming, early detection, and proper support are essential for their…
Navicular in Horses: Understanding Causes, Diagnosis and Management
Navicular in horses is often misunderstood and not always a life sentence. This article explores what navicular really means, why diagnosis can be complex, and…
Understanding Underrun Heels: What They Are and What to Do About Them
Underrun heels are one of the most common (and most misunderstood) hoof distortions in domestic horses. They can occur in both barefoot and shod horses,…
Why Are My Horse’s Hooves So Wide (And Should I Be Worried)?
Sometimes wide hooves are perfectly healthy. Other times, they’re a sign that your horse needs extra support and care. Discover expert tips on identifying healthy…
Long Toes, Boot Fit, and Horse Welfare
Healthy hooves are essential for horses to be able to move with confidence and comfort, with or without hoof protection. When a hoof has ideal…
Increasing activity levels of a barefoot horse, and how it affects the hooves
What to consider when increasing your horse’s activity levels, and how it affect their hoof health.
Spring and exfoliating soles on horse hooves
In this blog, we’ll explore why exfoliating soles happen in springtime, what a retained sole is, and how to keep your horse comfortable and healthy…
Laminitis – here’s what you need to know
This blog covers what laminitis is, how to recognise it, its causes and symptoms, and why early treatment is crucial. Additionally, we discuss how Flex…
Hoof cracks, other summer hoof problems, and how to fix them
As seasons change, the horse’s hooves adjust as best they can to whatever the current climate and the horse’s living environment is like. In summer…
