Barefoot trimming books June 11, 2026 Because we are passionate about horses living healthy lives and especially barefoot hooves, we have gathered together a collection of great barefoot trimming books to help you fine tune and...
Understanding barefoot hoof trimming types & trim frequency June 27, 2025 While regular maintenance trims can help prevent problems from developing, corrective trimming may also be needed from time to time to address underlying problems and help your horse’s hooves recover...
How shoeing can affect a horse’s hoof sensitivity & health May 14, 2025 Natural hoof sensation is an important aspect of equine health and welfare, and horseshoeing can restrict this sensation. It is important to consider the impact that horseshoeing have on natural...
Optimizing Hoof Health for Renegade Hoof Boot Success February 17, 2025 How Long Toes, Underrun Heels, and Renegade Hoof Boots Impact Equine Soundness One of the most common hoof imbalances is the long-toe, low-heel conformation, often associated with a broken-back HPA...
The Importance of Short Trim Cycles for Barefoot Horses and Renegade Hoof Boot Fit January 03, 2025 Regular hoof trimming is crucial for barefoot horses, and a short 2-4 week trim cycle offers significant benefits for hoof health and Renegade hoof boot fit. A horse's hooves can...
The Silent Menace: Low-Grade Laminitis June 27, 2024 Insights from Anna at GoBarefootHorse.com Low-grade laminitis is one of the most under-recognized threats to long-term hoof health. In this article, we explore what it is, how to detect it early,...
Understanding Hoof Length and the Rearmost Point of Weight Bearing June 13, 2023 It’s easy to see and understand hoof width - measuring from the widest point to widest point in a straight line across the hoof. However, hoof length is tricky because...
Hoof Conformation & Renegade Hoof Boots June 11, 2023 Renegade® Hoof Boots are capable of very high levels of performance but were specifically designed for naturally trimmed hooves which exhibit a low heel, a short toe and a proper...