This message is from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] In a message dated 1/7/03 4:26:47 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> I'd like to hear nutshell opinions, if that's possible ;), of those who shoe > their Fjords and why, and those of folks who barefoot theirs and why. Hi Lori- A nutshell? Hmm. I don't shoe my horses because the idea of nailing metal to an animal's feet sounds pretty nutty to me! Metal shoes cause a multitude of problems and are expensive and high maintenance. Despite claims, they are not necessary in any situation. I ride my horses over all surfaces including rocks and asphalt. The harder and rougher the better, as the hooves both flex and wear down. My Fjords never had a problem transitioning (two of them were shod initially), but for those who do there are a variety of boots which are used to prevent soreness while riding. Brigid Wasson SF Bay Area, CA <A HREF="http://ourfjords.freeservers.com/fjord1/Our_Fjordsx.html";>Our Fjords</A> <A HREF="http://www.ourfjords.freeservers.com/fw/Fjordings_Wesx.html";>Fjordings West</A>
