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[RC] Question(s) for the Shoers (already heard from the barefoot people =) - shermanTitle: MessageI do it all,
barefoot, shod, and/or boots, whatever works best for the horse, trails, and
rider. My daughter's horse was kept shod during ride season. I'd just like
to add that sometimes thrush is sort of hidden and the smell is not detectable.
So don't think if you can't see or smell it that it isn't there. Treat
agressively for it anyway. And if your horse needs shoes to be ridden
comfortably, feel good about doing something to help your horse. Maybe keep
the horse unshod for as many months as possible during the off season to
allow the hoof to function naturally for a while. Personally, I choose to
boot, but I admit it is sometimes a big nuisance.
Kathy
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