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This depends on the horse. Some horses will be hardy enough and have strong enough feet not to need shoes, and often ponies are that way. You should talk to your farrier to see if this is necessary.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 15y agoHorses hooves are shod to protect them. If the area where a horse lives is soft and not too rocky or rough, they don't need to have their hooves shod. Neither does a horse that is not in work, but they still need their feet trimmed every 6-8 weeks, as they don't wear down as much as they would in the wild. A horse could injure itself if it doesn't have the right protection.
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∙ 14y agoThe history of the horseshoe is widely disputed but it is certainly an ancient invention, dating back to perhaps the Roman era.
In the 1st century AD it is known that Romans shod horses with "hipposandals", made of metal and leather.
The first horseshoes that can properly likened to those we use today can be dated to 6-7th century A.D., when the Romans were still building their empire, and would shoe valuable or less hardy breeds of horse so that they may have steady footing on long journeys over the northernmost, more treacherous and wet grounds (like northern UK).
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∙ 11y agoHorses were first shod (that we know of) in ancient Roman times. The first horse shoe was a leather sandal that was strapped onto the hoof to keep them from being damaged by the hard roads and ground of the times. The first metal (iron) horseshoes were invented and used in the medieval ages by kings and knights.
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Are oxen shod?
No. Horses are.
What is a shod foot?
A shod foot is a foot with a shoe on it.
Why use leg supports on horses?
There are several reasons to use supports on a horses legs. Jumpers have a lot of stess on their front legs because they land on them, so you will often see jumpers with splint boots or bandages on. Some horses need them for medical reasons because of a prior injury, or they have an overstep and if theyre shod they are prone to nick the back of their front legs with their back shod hooves, which can cut their fornt legs. And sometimes they are used to keep down swelling on a horse that's being ridden hard.
Do i need to cut my horses toenails?
Horses don't have toenails, they have hooves. And yes, usually they need to be trimmed regularly. Many horses are shod, and will need new shoes something like every 6 weeks. Even an unshod horse will need its hooves trimmed, unless it somehow manages to get enough natural wear from moving around in its paddock to keep the hooves at a suitable length, which would be quite rare.
When were horses found first?
the first horses were smaller and the first breed was the Arabian.
Are oxen shod?
No. Horses are.
Where do horses go to get shod?
the farrier
Who shod horses and worked with metal?
A Blacksmith.
People who shod horses and worked with metal?
A Blacksmith.
How many horses can be fitted with new shoes if a blacksmith has 69 horseshoes?
Well, if the horses are only shod on the front, or only on the back, 34 horses. But if they are full shod, 17. and one horseshoe would be left.
What shod an equine?
Usually a farrier. This is a person who is trained to shoe horses. They have to be taught to do this a certain way as not to hurt the horses feet.
Is it ok for a shoeless horse to run on the road?
Shoeless or Barefoot horses can do most anything that a Shod horse can. Just make sure that the horses hooves can stand up to the work being asked of it first.
What horses dont need to be shod?
Horses only need to be shod if there is a serious problem with they're feet. (large cracks; laminitis; .etc) But if you choose to leave your horse bare foot I would suggest looking at this site... http://healthyhooves.ca/ Mfire
What type of craftsman shod horses and forged tools farm implements and wagon parts?
A Blacksmith
What did a colonial farrier do?
Farriers are workers who specialize in shoeing horses.
Is it dangerous to have horses in a pasture with back shoes on?
No, provided your horse isn't prone to kicking other horses it may be pastured with. A shod hoof can do more damage than a bare one to another horse. Otherwise there should be no reason you cannot pasture a horse that is shod on the back feet.
How long should you wait to ride your horse after being shod?
Some horses will be sore after being shod. Others may become sore within 24 hrs. These horses should be rested at least a day before riding. A sore horse should never be ridden. Some horses will not become sore and can be ridden immediately. you don't have to wait, you can ride right after
