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Hoofcare & Information for Barefoot Soundness

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Various Barefoot Trim Styles

Strasser Trim - The hoof is trimmed to a rigid ideal. For more information see www.naturalhorsetrim.com or www.thenakedhoof.com.au/html/article-WhatIsANaturalTrim.htm

Martha Olivo Trim - A Strasser-type trim that emphasizes riding more and trimming less combined with implementing a "horse-healthy" living environment. A more invasive trim approach.

Farrier Trim - Most farriers provide what is commonly referred to as a "field trim" or "pasture trim", which involves nippering the wall so that it is slightly longer than the sole and rasping it smooth at the edges with a flat base. This is similar to a trim done prior to shoeing but the wall is left longer on the premise that it provides protection to the exposed sole. Most farriers routinely trim the sole to create concavity and trim the frog, although this isn't always the case.