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Re: [RC] Shoeing theories & x-rays - steelsidedownI only *need* xrays on horses with troubles (club, founder, navicular etc), which are non endurance types anyway. "Normal" horses will have a bone structure that is easy to see (mimics the hoof wall).I went to school because the only farrier here that suited me was moving away. Came home, did my horses, my parents, and put some cards out. 8 years later I have barrel racers from all over trailering to me, and a couple of endurance horses. My suggestion is call the barrel racers, see who they use ;-) the style is identical In order of importance: #1 angles (52-60): short toes, leave all heel as possible (if you can't get the right angle with the hoof itself, use something else, but get that angle!!) *for barrel racers this equals speed, quick turns, no long toe in the way #2 balance (side to side and front to back): no tripping allowed! *for barrel racers this equals flat landing, horses sure on thier feet/fast #3 set shoe big -- maximum support and weight distribution #4 extra heel support (this should only be done if horse doesn't forge and/or rip front shoes off with the hind) *not done on the barrel horses, they would simply snatch shoes off on those tight turns #5 zip the rasp around the toe for that nickel space I have found I usually use a smaller shoe than most other farriers. #1 I use an wide web, for support, which tends to run bigger #2 I take an average of 1/2" or so of toe off new customers. Folks are really afraid to rasp off that extra blob of toe! I have learned over the years to stick to tried and true plain steel shoes with pads if needed. I stay away from the trends (plastic, rubber, NB) all just made sound horses sore. But I am here to do as the owner wishes, so every time something new comes out I get to try it! Each farrier has there own style, so there style needs to be yours, for a truly perfect match. Kinda like your favorite restaurant! Oh, as for trucks ($) I shoe out of my cheap on gas, 200k mile, paint falling off, Lumina, is that acceptable? My real truck stays at home, that'd scare 'em off! <wink> Jen, in VA ----- Original Message ----- From: <rides2far@xxxxxxxx> To: <ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2006 12:14 PM Subject: [RC] Shoeing theories & x-rays What are ya'll's thoughts on providing a farrier with x-rays. I've seen articles where they used x-rays to determine where a horse's toe & angles *should* be, etc. Josie & I are both starting new horses. I'd really prefer not to ruin them with miles & miles of improperly shod feet. We're also having to choose a new farrier since the last one I was happy with left the country (hopefully not to avoid me). =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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