There should be NO difference in how you trim a TWH and any other horse. The Natural Trim would be the same. I have here at Whisper Ranch currently: 3 TWH, 3...
MessageThanks Shannon, yes that does help. Patsy http://pwoodw6715.com Horses have a way of making all the suckie things in your life....better. ... From:...
Wellllllllll, since I'm using the computer at the library because mine BLEW UP this past weekend ... its going to be awhile til I get photos BUT ......... the...
Hi all, First off a quick note, I'm sorry if this is a little off topic with some of the lists, but I thought a lot of you natural hoofcare people may have...
... sources) for over 2 years. I have a fecal test done every several months or so. I did have one positive once a while ago and I did use a chemical wormer...
You could use diamatomatious earth(Spelling) which does a fairly good job. I didn't know it would worm a horse when I started using it several years ago. I...
I will be out of the office starting 08/13/2004 and will not return until 08/23/2004. I will respond to your message when I return. For immediate assistance,...
Hi Jill -- could you post your feeding directions for the DE? Thanks! --Gwen PS ... the little gal that I trimmed with that RR crack in her hoof? She is 100%...
Gwen, Here is a website that actually gives directions. http://www.hydromall.com/happy_grower16.html Remember to moisten the feed when using DE because you...
Hi All ... I FINALLY got another computer so I'm back online. YIPEEEEEEEEEEE!!! Still have to reload the file for the camera so I can get Cammie's hooves...
Ok.. farrier came out yesterday and worked on my mare's feet. She's only 4, and have had her feet trimmed twice before. Her feet were kinda long when I got...
... only 4, and have had her feet trimmed twice before. Her feet were kinda long when I got her.. some flaring.. but.. she had broken most of the long parts...
Hi Gwen, Congrats on getting a PC back into your life. ;-) As far as copper in a horse's diet goes, it'll probably be only part of the entire mineral...
Hey Anne ... yeah, I'm thrilled to have the PC around here again. It's pretty scarey when we're forced to realize just how much we depend upon them! I lost...
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The New and Improved Boa Boots are available. I have posted new information and pictures about the new boots and new gaiters on my website www.boaboots.com. ...
. ... I've got one pair of the new design and I like it. The cap is more secure and easy to use. But my horse's chaffing where the rear pad goes (where it's...
Hi Gwen, I'm pretty sure that ABC's 'Plus' contains Copper Sulfate (unfortunatly, I can't check for sure at the moment because ABC had to remove the product...
Hi, I would recommend that you use the 3mm gaiter as the 7mm gaiter would be too thick since your boots are already snug. The new gaiters stay in place so...
Hey Jen ... thanks for the ABC info. I'll keep it in mind. The clinic went VERY well -- we actually went to Blessings Farm in Charlton to hold it because of...
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I'm selling Kurt's Dremel tool. It is a heavy duty model and was used only a few weeks. Please contact me privately if you're interested kstandefer @...
HI there I'm new to this forum. Been barefooting for a year. question: How do you guys deal with rock hard soles at trim time? My fillie's soles usually abrade...
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Hi Anne: Why would you want to trim your horses soles? If they abrade on their own then there is really nothing to worry about :) Kim...
... their own ... Hi Kim The problem is they are not abrading on their own now given dry weather and hard ground. The soles are getting 'flatter', up to the ...
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Anne: Do you have photos of the feet, I'd love to see what you are talking about. Kim...
Hi Anne, My name too! At any rate, when I've run into this with client's horses (who didn't soak the hooves ahead of time to soften them), I had to get what...
Thanks Anne, I tried the other tool you suggested this afternoon. It does a better, albiet slow, job. yes and when I get through the very, very hard surface to...
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... very ... Hi Anne, Good for you. I think prevention is better than dealing with issues also. Flat soles can certainly cause issues such as bruising and ...