How fast does horse hair grow?

Answer 1

Generally, horses hooves grow about 1/2" or 12 cm in 4 to 6 weeks. The growth is slightly faster in warm wet environments and less in dry or cold environments. a horse can grow a complete new hoof in about a year. The growth is what makes a 4 to 6 week hoof trimming necessary to keep the hoof in good condition.

Answer 2

Never...they are like human nails. They continually grow.

A horses feet are their foundation. It is extremely important to have the horses hooves trimmed on a regular schedule by a competant farrier, preferably one knowledgeable in natural hoof care. Hooves that grow too long can cause a horse daily pain (not just in their feet but across their backs and entire body), imbalance and lameness. Trying to ride a horse that is in pain will result in a real sour, ill tempered horse. A really good resource is a book by Pete Ramey titled "Making Natural Hoof Care Work For You". Scroll down this page to find a direct link to his website.

Answer 3

Hoof growth can be effected by several different things. Health being one. A horse in good health will grow strong hooves and at a slightly faster rate. Diet, age, environment and sometimes even the breed of the horse may effect hoof growth.

Answer 4

I believe they do. its like your finger nails they always grow

Answer 5

sorry i don't know but when they have been growing for a long time, they sort of err curl up which is called pixie feet and it's terrible!

Answer 6

well i have heard that if you cut it really short to the top of its head then it takes about 10 years to grow!

Answer 7

About 1/2".