Field notes
Guides for the person holding the lead rope
Short, practical pieces. They are not a substitute for a farrier or a veterinarian who has seen the horse.
How often to shoe a horse
Why most shod horses are on a four-to-eight-week cycle, and what should change the date on the calendar.
Barefoot vs shod
A practical way to think about shoes, trims, and boots without turning hoof care into a camp.
How to prepare for a farrier visit
The barn setup that makes a shoeing or trim appointment safer and shorter.
Questions to ask before you book a farrier
A short list that tells you whether someone actually covers your county and your horse.
Farrier, dentist, vet, or hauler
Which equine visit is which, and when the horse needs a trailer instead of another hoof appointment.