Why did he need a banana and wedge on the right front?
Been there, done that, seen the result. Not gonna waste my time on that effort again.........
You have your timeline and 'facts' wrong.....
Marc, Why would you be reluctant to use it?
When you consider that 15 mm is considered good, 11mm ain't so bad, what is going on with her feet and overall health? How big a horse is she?...
Damn, Jaye. Once again you've proven you don't do things in a small way.......:) Just remember, if the doc throws that stone at you, Duckett. :)
Mea culpa, Tom's post reminded me of one of the most indispensable tools for trimming. A cell phone with a camera ;)
A tape measure?
Hoofpick, shoeing chaps and rasp. Eyes, hands, brain. Not 'required' but usually/often necessary/essential See above, plus, a good pair of hoof...
Too often people use Duckett's principles but fail to give credit where credit it due. A couple of good articles on those principles(IMO) are:...
When done correctly, yes. :) Since I don't short shoe.........besides short shoeing often leads to pulled shoes. Extra credit: Why?
Dr. Fraley? ;)
Gabino, Its a good thing that 'a picture is worth a thousand words' because I understand the pictures but haven't got a clue about the language. ;)...
Is there any evidence and/or research that is accessible that discusses the lymphatic system within the equine hoof? Why do you suppose that none of...
While I have no problem with the math and science involved, to me, the photographic support leaves something to be desired. That said, years ago,...
Gary, David, try it again. I was able to log on just moments ago. Rick
Layne, I don't have a Merlin. Saw one demo'd at the Summit and played with it for a while. I liked the concept and it was fairly easy to use. I've...
David, With only 3-6 mm of sole depth, I wouldn't be worrying about how to remove any of that sole, even if there are some cracks in it, especially...
Nicely done, Gabino. Did you go with a heart bar insert too?
Not Tom but here's my $.02 anyway. :) If the horse has sufficient sole depth/ is non-reactive to hoof testers in the area of the bar at the toe,...
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