Trim
The foundation of all farrier work
Time is taken to assess the limb confirmation and make note of any changes within the hoof capsule Excess length, sole and frog is trimmed off while improving medial-lateral balance of the hoof capsule and restoring proper dimensions The goal is always to preserve what the horse has and needs to live comfortably - it's all about what is left behind. APPROX. 20 MINUTES |
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Half Set
Horses carry about 60% of their weight on their front feet, which means that as their work load increases, they could need a set of front shoes before needing a full set of shoes.
Front shoes are most often selected for horses who are retired or in light work, or for those with some basic therapeutic needs. Many horses level of comfort can be improved through a simple set of front shoes. APPROX 1 HOUR Full Set
Four shoes on a horse is referred to as a Full Set, which is the best option for horses in medium to heavy work.
This is likely your best option if your competition horse needs a little extra traction, or your lesson pony could use a bit more hoof protection while teaching week in and week out. APPROX 2 HOURS |
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Additional Services
Finger Lakes Forge also provides a wide variety of additional services:
(not an exhaustive list)
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