the farrier
No. Horses are.
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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.
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.
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
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Farriers are workers who specialize in shoeing horses.
Horses should be re-shod every 6-8 weeks. But if a shoe is lost or damaged then you should get it replaced ASAP.It also depends on whether just a pair of feet are shod or all four are. My opinion is avoid shoeing unless it is recommended by more than one vet or farrier. Shoe only if you need to.
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.
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
Horses are shod for a number of reasons: to reduce wear on the hoof or terrain damage, to provide grip, and often to correct a defect in gait or to hold the foot in the correct position following injury.