What should you do if a horse throws a shoe will you are riding?

Answer 1

On howrse Pad the hoof with cotton and wrap it securely
The most important thing to do when your horse throws a shoe while riding is to get off (of course) and check to make sure the shoe is completely off. Check the sole and frog of your horses hoof to make sure there are no puncture wounds from the nails. If the horseshoe is still partially attached to the hoof, the shoe MUST be removed before moving the horse. Sometimes you can do this by hand but you may need a set of shoe pullers to safely remove the shoe. To prevent damage to the horses hoof, make sure you feel comfortable doing this or have someone else who is familiar with the process to do it. People who trail ride often or for long distances often carry a hoofpick, a set of shoe pullers AND a boot that can be put on the bare hoof until the farrier is able to put on a new shoe. In most situations, it is enough for you to walk (do not ride) your horse back to the barn. Unless there is an injury or existing hoof problem, padding or wrapping the hoof is usually not necessary. A well fitting boot is a good thing to always have on hand for just such emergencies. Boots are a good way to protect the hoof until your farrier can make the trip to see your horse. (I highly recommend Boa Boots) Always use good common sense and your own judgement. If you think your horse was injured when the shoe came off OR if you have any doubts, ALWAYS call your vet or farrier to ask their advice before moving the horse.
If your horse throws a shoe while you are riding what should you do?

Pad the hoof with cotton and wrap it

Answer 2

If your horse throws a shoe while you are riding it then you should get off the horse and find the shoe. It's not a bad thing though though if you keep riding your horse. However you will feel a difference, your horse will too. it would be like a girl walking with only one high heel shoe on. If you are showing when this happens then you need to go to the middle of the ring to your ringmaster and tell that your horse has lost his/her shoe and ask for a time out. My advice to you is to not keep riding your horse after they throw their shoe. It's a not a big deal though either it doesn't hurt them in anyway. :) ;) <3

Answer 3

Do not turn your horse out in the pasture if he has thrown a shoe. If you have the shoe, put it by his stall or somewhere where it won't get lost. Call the farrier and he will come to reshoe the horse, then you can turn it out again.

And for Howrse.com, (Riding Level 4,) The answer is: Wrap it snuggly with cotton

Answer 4

Depends on where you are, the condition of the horses hooves and surface you are riding on. #1 do not panic. If you can find the shoe, great! Grab it and take it with you, as it may be able to be re-set. Take a look at the horses hoof and legs to assess any damage. If the shoes have been on 4 weeks or longer and the foot isn't tore up AND you are on a realively soft riding surface, you can probably ride home (assuming you are not on some endurance trek!). If you are far from home/ the foot is tore up, or the leg (s) were injured-- call home. Have someone bring a trailer and get you. If you have a cell phone and reception- use it. If not, walk to nearest house/store and call. In the event you can still ride the horse (no damages) pay close attention to it's way of going. If you notice any limping-- get off and walk. Most good footed horses with a tossed shoe, can still be ridden a few miles before you reset the shoe. If you are at a show- the show farrier can be called to reset the shoe. There is usually a time limit for the farrier to do this if the shoe is tossed during a class. other opinion: If your horse throws a shoe while riding you get off straight away and if your on a hack lead the horse back home if your riding where you keep your horse you get someone to call the farrier straight away and walk it down into the yard and untack it and tie the horse up and keep an eye on the horse and check the horses legs for any damaged that might have been caused by the horse throwing his shoe

Answer 5

for howrse the answer is pad the hoof with cotton and wrap it securely

Answer 6

Stop riding and dismount. If you are out in the middle of nowhere, you can ride it home on soft ground at a walk, but it would be better to dismount all together.

Answer 7

You should dismount and walk your horse back to its stall, then call your farrier.

Answer 8

You should immediately dismount and lead the horsee to hid=s stall .You should next call the farrier and get him to supply the horse with another shoe. TATA

Answer 9

carry an easy boot with you