There are many reasons why we may recommend horseshoes for your horse.  Some horses have a thicker sole than others and will be sore when ridden on hard surfaces such as gravel, blacktop, and even hard, dry, compacted soil.  For these horses we would recommend a horseshoe because it lifts the sole of the ground.  Some horses wear away their hoof wall faster than the rate of growth resulting in hoof soreness and lameness.  Others may need to have a horseshoe in order to perform their sport safely and confidently.  

Horseshoes offer many great benefits when applied precisely and correctly.  They provide a horse with traction and protection which equals confidence and soundness.  If you think your horse may benefit from shoes please let us know.  We’ll be happy to evaluate your horse and use to determine if shoes are right for your horse. 

The Mid Atlantic youth group invited me to do a hoof care clinic yesterday in Myersville, MD.  The weather was so nice and the attendees were all so polite, patient, and respectful.    I’d like to give a special thanks to - Kathy Altomare, Britain Altomare, Taylor Altomare, Daniel Altomare, Madison Lewis, Kristyn Staley, Millie Smith, and Katerina Barrett  for giving me the opportunity to share with you important information about horses hooves and Farriery.