Author Archives: David

Non-Prescription Health Aides

Posted on May 14, 2012 by David

The following suggestions are not approved by Veterinarian Studies  nor do they have FDA proven positive effects in Equine care. Internal Parasite Control (Dewormer):  Apple Cyder Vinegar with 5% Mothers or Acidity. Dose ¼ cup (2oz) daily per 1000# Horse. … Continue reading →

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Horse’s Vital Signs

Posted on May 14, 2012 by David

HORSE’S VITAL SIGNS “Normal is” Heart rate : 35 – 45 beats per minute Locate your Horse’s pulse in one of the three following spots: – The inside of the jawbone just below the large cheek muscle – At the … Continue reading →

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The Rear Of The Hoof

Posted on January 20, 2012 by David

The rear of the hoof is possibly THE most important area for determining the health of the hoof. Dr. Bowker remarked that he kept trying to look elsewhere, but no matter what he did, it all kept coming back to … Continue reading →

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Shoe-Less Farrier Services Welcomes South Carolina

Posted on August 24, 2011 by David

I am Proud to Announce Active Services in and around Coastal South Carolina. Based on Edisto Island, Shoe – Less Farrier Services can and will make schedules for Horses that are wanting to be Harmonious and Balanced With their human … Continue reading →

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Mid-Summer Seminar

Posted on June 22, 2011 by David

JULY 30 & 31 SHOE – LESS FARRIER SERVICES Would like to extend an Invitation to Horse Lovers and Horse Care Providers to attend this  “Classroom/Hands on” Seminar Located in Beautiful Huntsville, Alabama The Buckman Family of the Crosswinds Stables … Continue reading →

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Training the New Horse

Posted on June 9, 2011 by David

I hope you’ll read “Training: The Human, The Horse already knows how to be a Horse” As I believe this will help this page make more sense. So, what is the secret to Training that new Horse you have? Or … Continue reading →

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Know the LAW before ya ride!

Posted on May 12, 2011 by David

(Yes these Laws are STILL “on the books”. Now, aren’t you glad your Horse can’t read?!) Omega, New Mexico – Every woman must “be found to be wearing a corset” when riding a horse in public. A physician is required … Continue reading →

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Training

Posted on April 17, 2011 by David

(The human — the Horse already knows how to be a Horse) Just as the title suggests, this is not going to be about teaching “how to make the perfect pattern” or shave .05 seconds off your timed event. Rather, … Continue reading →

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The Whole Horse and Nothing But the Horse

Posted on April 17, 2011 by David

“I consider the whole Horse” What a wonderful approach to equine care, you’re hired!… S t o p!!!  Back the wagon up.  This is not enough information to be hiring someone to take physical care of your Horse, be they … Continue reading →

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The Shoe Box

Posted on April 17, 2011 by David

To shoe or not to shoe…………………. Let’s take look at common problems and see what a farrier will recommend: Problem or Discipline                                                                       Farrier Solution Wears hoof wall faster than growth rate………………………………………….. SHOES Navicular Syndrome………………………………………………………….. Special SHOES Founder…………………………………………………………………………. Heart Bar SHOES … Continue reading →

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