Equi-note 28 Horseshoeing-clip problems
Equi-note 28 Horseshoeing-clip problems Horseshoeing-clip problems Why are clips needed? Clips are raised portions of the shoe made at different locations around its frontal perimeter. According to American Farriers Journal, a number of farriers/blacksmiths justify them for the following reasons: That they: Reinforce the nail work Reduce slippage/twisting of the shoe during shoeing Stabilize […]
Equi-note 27 Horseshoeing-the scandal exposed at competitions
Equi-note 27 Horseshoeing-the scandal exposed at competitions Source: Equinamity.co Horseshoeing-the scandal exposed at competitions This post shows evidence of poor horseshoeing quality at international competitions. As can be seen in the above photos. The hooves shown in this section are from leading international competitors principally in Grand Prix Dressage, 3-Day Event and Show Jumping. Extensive […]
Equi-note 26 Horseshoeing-why is it a scandal?
Equi-note 26 Horseshoeing-why is it a scandal? Horseshoeing-why is it a scandal? Introduction The selection of photos shown above indicate a range of shoeing problems. They range from incorrectly fitted clips, incorrect angles, both lateral and anteroposterior, incorrect rasping of sole and toe, and inappropriate shoe type. In addition, one of the hooves shows […]
Equi-note 25 Horseshoeing-an International Scandal
Equi-note 33 Horseshoeing-an International Scandal Equi-note 25-an International Scandal Why are so many of the world’s top horses being lamed, their welfare and their performance quality damaged by defective shoeing? Like the examples shown above and below. Three of these are leading international competitors in Grand Prix Dressage and 3-Day Eventing. Horseshoeing-an International Scandal The […]