A designer has created a range of slip-on horseshoes that could revolutionise the hoof repair business. Made from plastic, the shoes can be glued to the horse's foot rather than nailed on, avoiding the potential trauma and pain of fitting traditional metal shoes. Watch the video here: Glue On...

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has any tips for properly introducing a young horse (2 year old) to the farrier/blacksmith. I have been working with him by picking up his feet, holding them for a period of time. He is pretty good, but sometimes jumps upwards to extract his front foot. As well, I...

I am not sure if i should shoe my horse (Milkshake). I will competing her in jumping, western pleasure, barrel racing and i think that is all. i am not sure if i should shoe her or not

Just thought to give a friendly reminder to THANK your farrier! They go through hell and back to help horses. If your horse is hard to shoe or trim, be sure to take a little extra time to train them so the farrier can do their job safely and properly. It makes things a lot easier for the...