I differ somewhat from this perception. What you're really looking for is a
balanced hoof with proper breakover. To the extent that you're trying to make
a match of shoulder, pastern and hoof angles ( a theory, not without some
merit) without primary consideration to breakover and hoof balance, you're
making a mistake. For example, if you try to duplicate the angle of a long
sloping pastern in the hoof, you're going to have the same kind of trouble
that was described in the beginning of this thread.
For perspectives other than mine, read Dr. Ric Redden whenever you can and
you might consider a book called HoofTalk by Lyle Bergeleen (800)
826-2651--small book, don't know what it costs, friend sent it to me. Lyle is
correct about the shape of the hairline telling you a lot about the balance
of the hoof.
ti