Maintenance trims can be started once the hooves require less intense intervention. Generally at intervals of 6 weeks, adjusted as necessary.
This involves an initial assessment of the hoof and overall horse, taking into account how the horse is moving. We will also discuss essential points such as diet, workload, hoof history etc.. After considering this the horse will have their set-up trim.
A 6 week trimming cycle
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The hoof is a very complex and dynamic structure, which is designed to move and flex as the horses weight is distributed across it during every stride. The ability of the hoof to move is essential to keeping it healthy and functioning as it promotes blood flow as well as decreasing impact on joints as the hoof flexing helps to absorb force.
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