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RE: [RC] Plastic Shoe Info - Karen Standefer

My horse’s hoof was trimmed to balance prior to shoeing.  Never were the shoes on longer than 3 weeks during any one particular shoeing.  The hooves flare because there is not enough support for the foot (my opinion).  I think hooves really want a harder surface to stay healthy (also my opinion).  I have only used these shoes during the dry season, so moisture wasn’t a factor for my horses.
 
Yes, the shoe compresses with each step, so the nails coming loose is probably due to that.  The newer shoe that has a metal nailing plate would likely solve part of this issue.  
 
Karen
 
Referenced Post:
OK, several mentioned that there was flaring with the plastic shoes. 
What was the trim for the shoes?  Normal "shoe" trim or a barefoot trim?
 Also, the nails coming loose, would that be due to the shoe becoming
compressed therefore the nails keep moving?