Natural hoof care

Natural hoof care is taking care of a horse's hooves without using shoes or other unnatural materials. Just like how we need to take care of our feet by washing them and cutting our nails, horses need their hooves trimmed and cleaned too.

When a horse trots or runs, their hooves hit the ground and this can cause a lot of wear and tear. So, the hooves need to be trimmed regularly to keep them healthy and prevent them from becoming too long, which can be uncomfortable for the horse and can even cause injury.

In natural hoof care, the trim is done in a way that allows the hoof to function as it would naturally in the wild. Horses in the wild do not wear shoes, so they rely on their hooves to protect their sensitive inner foot. In natural hoof care, the hoof is trimmed in a way that allows the horse to maintain this natural protection.

In addition to regular trimming, natural hoof care may involve providing the horse with a healthy diet and plenty of exercise to promote good circulation and healthy hoof growth. Keeping the hooves clean and dry is also important so that they do not become soft or infected.

Overall, natural hoof care is all about working with the horse's natural biology and allowing their hooves to function as they were meant to in the wild. This can help to keep horses healthy and happy without the need for artificial materials or interventions.