Our Services Include:
Trimming
Hoofcare for pleasure or performance horses. Includes removal of shoes (if required), a set-up trim, and ongoing regular trim care at approx 4 week intervals.
Becky Gretton: Before 1st Trim, Jan 2010
Becky Gretton: After 1st Trim, Jan 2010
Remedial Trimming
Remedial trimming for founder prevention & rehabilitation. Regular hoof care can minimise the risk of laminitis. If your horse has foundered, it can make him much more comfortable and (with proper diet and exercise) begin the rehabilitation process.
Pally Pony with Mechanical Laminitis. Pre Trim - note long toes which are causing the pony mechanical laminitis.
Post Trim - mechanical lever forces removed from toe.
Midway though trim showing underside with stretched laminar line and blood caused by lever forces from long toe.
Remedial trimming for horses with other hoof pathologies including navicular, seedy toe, tendency to abcess, and hoof injury.
Hoof Capsule Trauma Rehab. Katie's Injury, Jan 2010
Same Hoof, May 2010. The loading at the quarters was kept relieved so the new hoof could grow without pressure.
Same Hoof, Aug 2010
Hoof Boots
Supply and fitting of hoof boots for horses making the transition from shod to barefoot. We supply both EASYCARE and RENEGADE hoof boots and can measure and fit your horse up for the most suitable footwear which will allow the hoof to function but at the same time provide protection if required from abrasive and rocky or hard footings.
Consultation & Support
Consultation & support for clients learning to trim their own horses. Includes recommending reputable barefoot courses, books and websites; advising on tools and technique; monitoring your horses and your trim. Available in person or for phone & email support.
