Chris' Farrier Service Inc. Chris Niclas, RJF, CLS RJF: Registered Journeyman Farrier CLS : Certified Lameness Specialist Member of the: E.L.P.O. | AFA | AAPF Positive Solutions for Your Horse In the past 20 years, the farrier industry has grown immensely. Today there are many new and innovative options to choose from when it comes to hoof protection, ranging from: Going barefoot and opting to use boots Using glued or nailed on composite shoes Using a steel or aluminum shoe for performance expectations Finding the right option to address therapeutic concerns I am happy to help you find the right solution for your needs. 🤝Consultation Services💼 Hoof Care Knowledge, Shoeing Techniques & Therapeutic Referrals *insight to optimize decision-making processes; no medical diagnosis or lameness evaluations asqme.com/@hoofcare Collaborators/Partners: @youtubecreators 🐎📺 StreamHorsetv @StreamHorseTv 🐴💡 TMI Creative Services toomuchinfo.tv
Can I ask, are these shoes better than the traditional shoes? Are they used in certain circumstances? I only as as I’m in UK and I’ve never seen shoes like this x
It's common in conversations and the industry to discuss how different environments affect horses. When horses are domesticated and placed in environments different from their natural habitats, various problems arise. For example, if a horse is kept in a small, wet area, its hooves can wear down quickly. Unlike wild horses, domestic ones are ridden, kept in small spaces, and asked to perform various tasks. Protecting their hooves, like wearing shoes for us, is sometimes necessary to prevent discomfort. My role is to inform and find the best solution for the horse's well-being, whether that means barefoot care, trimming, using boots, or applying shoes for comfort.
Great Question. Have you been in the shower or bath and the calluses on your hands start to become more transparent, white in color and become soft. Imagine then going straight to work building a rock wall without any gloves. The same type of experience can happen to a horse. When they live in a wet environment but have an abrasive surface say like a gravel turnout paddock, it can sometimes over exfoliate their sole, to the point of being extremely thin as shown in this video. Hope this answers your question. As far as food/diet goes that was all being managed well before I got involved. Horse had no IR or ACTH that needed to be addressed. Thank you for reaching out.
Once again, Chris is a fantastic farrier, instructor, and horsemen. Thank you for giving such detailed instructional videos, that many of us use to continue to better ourselves in the farrier world.
I never knew there was so much care, education, and physical hardwork involved in being a Farrier until I started seeing videos like this. I don't know why I didn't realize how immensely difficult Farrier work is, its not like I i could ever shoe a horse. Im a nurse and I know anatomy, etc but there's No way I could do what you do. You're a vet tech, physical, and occupational therapist, metal fabricator, iron worker, shoe manufacturer,[foot pads, etc] polymer chemist, podiatrist, and nail technician all rolled in to one!!! 🤯🤯🤯 AND that's not the extent of the services you provide! WOW!!! 🙌🫶🙌! I was curious as to why you're putting the pads on this horse? Are they an older horse? Have brittle or flat hooves? I know different animals need different support depending on where they spend their time; in the barn, field, on the road, etc, and how long they are in the specific areas, if the conditions are wet, or dry, And then there is whether they are carrying a rider, or working, or if they are free range. I just find this so interesting! ❤❤❤
always break a smile when a new vid pops up, knowing I'll be both entertained by the videography, and educated, enlightened, or reassured by the action and description. Keep 'em comin' Chris.
Good evening Will, thanks for sharing your thoughts as well as your encouraging words. They are so appreciated. This video is near and dear to me because it has taken more than a few learning opportunities to figure out how to keep Safaris feet in good order. Plus Safari is about as good a horse to shoe as you could possibly wish for.
I’m so happy that they used glue-ons instead of the actual nail shoes. Oftentimes causing more damage than helping. I love the more natural approach. 💕
It's really quite remarkable to see what you are able to do for horses that would otherwise be lame. I am filled with joy seeing the work you and your team are doing for these horses. Thanks for showing the horse's progress. Hello from coastal Connecticut, USA.⚘️⚘️
@@marlenamagda it is indeed very painful. It can be caused by genetics, over trimming, the environment, or being overworked on rough terrain and probably a lot of other things I missed.
Been using this style of shoe for around 5 years . Composite style shoes have been around the last 20 or so years however they are greatly improved since then !
Yes, the shoes had worn out. The packing that looked like dirt that was removed after the old shoes was removed is a medicated packing that helps toughen up the sole and frog during the wet winter months and wick away moisture. It is called magic cushion.
Hey Charles! Hope you are well . So appreciate the encouragement. You were one of the first people that saw me creating RU-vid content when the channel had less than 50 followers. So appreciate the friendship and support !
