hoof trim

ILoveMyPaint · 06-15-2008, 09:57 AM

ok first time having my horses feet trimmed since ive owned her and i am also a first time horse owner, just curious about how long does it usualy take for a trim?
i am not sure what to expect as lame as that may sound..so what can you tell me about it?

BarnBum · 06-15-2008, 10:39 AM

Welcome to HT and welcome to horse ownership !!! Trims usally take < 30 minutes per horse as long as the horse stands well and there is no issues with his/her feet. Its best to trim on a concrete surface (level) so the farrier can see the feet well and make sure he gets them balanced. Horses usually go 6-8 weeks between trims. That you will have to play by ear. I would reschedule for 8 weeks, but if you see the feet can't wait that long between trims due to growth, chips, cracks etc, you know to go 6 weeks. My gelding is actually on a 5 week trim schedule. Have your farrier give you a little lesson on hoof care for your area. Your area may be prone to dry hooves, he can reccomend a topical moisturizer or even a supplement to put in their grain. Let him talk to you about thrush. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Is your horse at home or at a boarding barn ??

Ask all the questions you want, no question is a stupid question on HT. We are all in this together helping each other and our equine friends !!

ILoveMyPaint · 06-15-2008, 03:57 PM

thanks barn bum, and it realy only takes 30 minutes for a trim? wow! thankfully her feet are beautiful and i plan to keep it that way. i currently board. and thanks for being so helpful

palomino1978 · 06-15-2008, 05:30 PM

For a first trim on a horse, it really depends on the condition of the hooves. If they are really long or there are other pathologies to consider, I will take up to an hour per horse. Usually my follow up trims are anywhere from 15-30 minutes. Alot depends on the horses hoof growth, and how long you go between trims. My clients are all on a 4-8 week schedule depending on the horse and its history and pathology. I wont go longer than 8 weeks.
Congratulations on horse ownership!!!

CatsTack · 06-21-2008, 08:02 AM

As palomin1978 said it can take up to an hour when I trim a horsey for the first time. It's much less after that.

It also depends on the trim being done. Typically barefoot/natural trimmers schedule clients every 4-8 weeks depending on the horsey and what needs to be done.

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06-15-2008, 09:57 AM
ILoveMyPaint Weanling Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: massachusetts Posts: 285	hoof trim ok first time having my horses feet trimmed since ive owned her and i am also a first time horse owner, just curious about how long does it usualy take for a trim? i am not sure what to expect as lame as that may sound..so what can you tell me about it?

06-15-2008, 10:39 AM
BarnBum Greenbroke Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Sunshine State Posts: 3,542	Welcome to HT and welcome to horse ownership !!! Trims usally take < 30 minutes per horse as long as the horse stands well and there is no issues with his/her feet. Its best to trim on a concrete surface (level) so the farrier can see the feet well and make sure he gets them balanced. Horses usually go 6-8 weeks between trims. That you will have to play by ear. I would reschedule for 8 weeks, but if you see the feet can't wait that long between trims due to growth, chips, cracks etc, you know to go 6 weeks. My gelding is actually on a 5 week trim schedule. Have your farrier give you a little lesson on hoof care for your area. Your area may be prone to dry hooves, he can reccomend a topical moisturizer or even a supplement to put in their grain. Let him talk to you about thrush. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Is your horse at home or at a boarding barn ?? Ask all the questions you want, no question is a stupid question on HT. We are all in this together helping each other and our equine friends !! __________________ Murphys Horse Law - A horse's misbehavior will be in direct proportion to the number of people who are watching !!

06-15-2008, 03:57 PM
ILoveMyPaint Weanling Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: massachusetts Posts: 285	thanks barn bum, and it realy only takes 30 minutes for a trim? wow! thankfully her feet are beautiful and i plan to keep it that way. i currently board. and thanks for being so helpful

06-15-2008, 05:30 PM
palomino1978 Newborn Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Lane County Oregon Posts: 15	For a first trim on a horse, it really depends on the condition of the hooves. If they are really long or there are other pathologies to consider, I will take up to an hour per horse. Usually my follow up trims are anywhere from 15-30 minutes. Alot depends on the horses hoof growth, and how long you go between trims. My clients are all on a 4-8 week schedule depending on the horse and its history and pathology. I wont go longer than 8 weeks. Congratulations on horse ownership!!! __________________ ~~~The Healthy Hoof Barefoot Trimming ~~~ www.thehealthyhoof.webs.com

06-21-2008, 08:02 AM
CatsTack Halter broke Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NC Posts: 106	As palomin1978 said it can take up to an hour when I trim a horsey for the first time. It's much less after that. It also depends on the trim being done. Typically barefoot/natural trimmers schedule clients every 4-8 weeks depending on the horsey and what needs to be done. __________________ Handmade tack including rope halters, leads, barrel reins, trail reins, and rhythm beads www.catstack.com