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There is so much information out there, all different, and all proclaiming to be the 'best barefoot trim'. So... what really is the 'best'?
What is the 'Right Way' to Trim my Horse's Hooves? There are so many hoof care blogs and websites out there now, all different, all proclaiming to be the 'right...

Learn the importance of following your horse's sole when trimming their hooves!
The 'Perfect Circle' Is there a 'perfect circle' when dealing with hooves? While the answer can get very complex, the simple answer is...   NO!   The front feet of...

Revisiting the all so important barefoot transition with new research and ideas...
Shod to Natural It's been awhile since I've written anything about transitioning the shod horse to barefoot.   I have seen a few questions about it in various forums on...

Part 4 explains benefits of barefoot and booted for a heel-first landing!
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 4  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

Part 3 outlines the dangers and consequences of a long-term toe-first landing.
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 3  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

Part 2 gives an overview of the benefits of heel-first landings for your horse!
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 2  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    This...

Part 1 of the 4 part Scoot Boot blog series detailing the ins and outs of heel-first landings.
A Heel-First Landing vs. A Toe-First Landing Part 1  Does a horse need to land heel-first? What makes a heel-first landing so much better than a toe-first landing?    Think about...

What makes a hoof balanced? And how do I know if my horse's hooves are balanced?
What is the Difference Between Balanced Hooves and Diagonally Imbalanced Hooves? Although I've written a bit on this topic before: https://scootboots.com/blogs/blog/the-hairline-tells-it-all, I wanted to revisit the topic balancing the hooves again....