Trimming Services
As of July 2021 I am not accepting new trimming clients.
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The above pictures shoe corrective trimming with hoof casting and composite shoes applied. This horse needed stability in the hoof wall in order to grow out that large crack as well as a corrective trim to remove the leverage on the toe and to address the hoof flare.
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Reducing the long toes and bringing the weight bearing surface farther back underneath this horse allowed him to stride out farther and reduced the strain on his tendons. So much so that the Windpuffs (swelling on the tendons) he had prior to the trim have reduced by about half the size. Before this trim he was stumbling a lot and was very tense in his body and flat in his movement. After the trims his movement improved dramatically and his body softened. He no longer stumbles when he walks/trots.
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These photos show the progression of trims on a mare that had off and on chronic lameness for the past few years and finally severe laminitis in September of 2018. We pulled her shoes and started her rehab journey. As of December she was sound and being ridden, and currently she shows a lot of great hoof growth and continued soundness. The upper growth under the coronary band (last 3 photos) shows you the angle the hoof wall needs to come in at in order to be well connected. In the first photo she had zero hoof wall connection, you can see that by the last photo she has grown in well connected hoof wall almost halfway down the hoof. Another 4 - 6 months and the rehab should be complete.
This is the before and after trim on a Clydesdale mare. She is very sound on all surfaces.
Before I started trimming this horse she was shod on the fronts in order to attempt to heal these hoof cracks and "hold the hoof together". The cracks were almost right up to her coronary band at the start. Check out the change in hoof wall growth since I started trimming her approx. 5 months ago. That tighter well connected upper growth is because I removed the long leveraging hoof wall she previously had. When the hoof is overgrown or not trimmed correctly to remove leverage it can pull and separate the new growth constantly and you end up with big flared and cracked feet. By trimming her frequently (every 4 weeks)and removing that leverage we are able to grow a much tighter wall that can better support the internal structures.
A maintenance trim for this Arab mare. Sometimes simple is beautiful. She is sound on all surfaces.
I have been trimming for over 10 years, I am certified by the Canadian Farrier School as well as the Oregon School of Natural Hoof Care. I specialize in founder cases and corrective trimming, but I also trim on a maintenance basis. Most of my clients are on 3 - 6 week schedules, but some are more and some are less. Trimming schedules are based on each individual horse.
I am also a certified Equine Massage Therapist and bring to the table a unique skill set that incorporates the hoof and body connection. I do not subscribe to one specific trimming style, instead I encompass a variety of styles and techniques and apply to each individual horse basis on their unique hoof health and conditions.
I base my methods on the wild horse model of the US Great Basin horses that I have studied extensively. I am dedicated to learning and continue to further my knowledge every chance I get. I am passionate about barefoot horses, but I also understand the difficulties in transitioning horses to barefoot and have a variety of knowledge around alternatives to metal horseshoes such as composite horseshoes, booting options and other various forms of hoof protection.
Why Natural Trimming? Because Barefoot trimmers have a bad rap, and I am not strictly barefoot. I do believe barefoot is best, but not all horses can get there without the help of some form of hoof protection. I also apply hoof casts and composite shoes. I am also a dealer for Cavallo Hoof Boots and Easycare Inc Hoof Boots and can measure and fit your horse and order boots to fit your horse's hoof shape and your riding needs.
We are always looking for horses to trim during the 6 day course! You can can trailer your horse(s) in for free trimming and assessment by the students under my direct supervision. Check the 6 day course page to see upcoming course dates and contact me to make arrangements. For larger herds we may be able to travel to you depending on your location, contact me to discuss the details.
Service Price List
All service prices are subject to GST and may change without notice. I am not interested in training client's horses or risking my health and safety. Therefore, I reserve the right to refuse service to horses that cannot stand quietly for trimming or pose a risk to my safety. Complete fees will be due for any services that may not be completed due to horse behavior.
Trimming Rates
Mini $40, Horse $50, Draft $80
A maintenance trim is one where the hoof is still relatively balanced and just requires only a little excess length taken off and some shaping. Generally done on a 3-6 week schedule. Few horses can go longer and still maintain a healthy hoof shape without distortion. A rehab trim is one where there is distortion present and/or a lot of excess length. If it has been more than 6-8 weeks since the last trim it would likely fall under this category. I reserve the right to charge an extra fee for rehab trims as they usually involve more work and discussion, resulting in a longer appointment time.
Consultation $100
This is my basic fee for consulting on a case where no trimming services are provided. If during the consultation you opt to have the horse trimmed, only the trimming fee applies. Travel fees may apply.
Hoof Casting (includes trim)
Starting at $90 fronts only, $130 all four
Casting is a great alternative to booting for rehab cases and when the horse just needs a little bit of support and protection. Casts last approx. 2 weeks depending on usage and terrain. Price includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Composite Shoes (includes trim, nailed on)
Starting at $145 fronts only, $240 all four
Resets starting at $100 fronts only, $150 all four
Composite shoes are a great alternative to boots and metal shoes. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Hoof Casting with Composite Shoes (includes trim, composites nailed to casts)
Starting at $185 fronts only, $315 all four
Casts with composites are a good alternative to boots and metal shoes and are best for horses that don't have enough hoof to nail to or have a problem holding nails. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Glue On Composite Shoes with 11 Finger Tabs (includes trim)
Starting at $165 fronts only, $275 all four
Resets starting at $110 fronts only, $165 all four
Composite shoes are a great alternative to boots and metal shoes. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
All service prices are subject to GST and may change without notice. I am not interested in training client's horses or risking my health and safety. Therefore, I reserve the right to refuse service to horses that cannot stand quietly for trimming or pose a risk to my safety. Complete fees will be due for any services that may not be completed due to horse behavior.
Trimming Rates
Mini $40, Horse $50, Draft $80
A maintenance trim is one where the hoof is still relatively balanced and just requires only a little excess length taken off and some shaping. Generally done on a 3-6 week schedule. Few horses can go longer and still maintain a healthy hoof shape without distortion. A rehab trim is one where there is distortion present and/or a lot of excess length. If it has been more than 6-8 weeks since the last trim it would likely fall under this category. I reserve the right to charge an extra fee for rehab trims as they usually involve more work and discussion, resulting in a longer appointment time.
Consultation $100
This is my basic fee for consulting on a case where no trimming services are provided. If during the consultation you opt to have the horse trimmed, only the trimming fee applies. Travel fees may apply.
Hoof Casting (includes trim)
Starting at $90 fronts only, $130 all four
Casting is a great alternative to booting for rehab cases and when the horse just needs a little bit of support and protection. Casts last approx. 2 weeks depending on usage and terrain. Price includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Composite Shoes (includes trim, nailed on)
Starting at $145 fronts only, $240 all four
Resets starting at $100 fronts only, $150 all four
Composite shoes are a great alternative to boots and metal shoes. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Hoof Casting with Composite Shoes (includes trim, composites nailed to casts)
Starting at $185 fronts only, $315 all four
Casts with composites are a good alternative to boots and metal shoes and are best for horses that don't have enough hoof to nail to or have a problem holding nails. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
Glue On Composite Shoes with 11 Finger Tabs (includes trim)
Starting at $165 fronts only, $275 all four
Resets starting at $110 fronts only, $165 all four
Composite shoes are a great alternative to boots and metal shoes. They hold up well for riding and can also be used in therapeutic applications. Prices vary depending on shoe style, and includes Artimud or Hoof Stuff packing.
