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For an
appointment Call/text 503-701-7044 Email katy@barefeetbykaty.com Services
Bare Feet by Katy serves northwest Trims are available for all types, sizes and ages of horses and
donkeys. Rates vary according to size. Policies
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Why Go
Natural? The horse’s foot finds it natural shape and balance in the wild. No
shoes, no artificial angles. Natural hoof care is modeled after wild horses
and their ability to keep their hooves healthy and strong while moving across
their terrain foraging for food. A natural-shaped hoof helps promotes a
healthy leg, better overall balance, and a more fluid gait. How is the
Natural Hoof Different? The natural hoof care trim differs from a traditional trim for shoes
in that the sole is left largely intact and the heels are lower. A “mustang
roll” may be applied as well. The natural trim allows the horse’s hoof wall
to flex while absorbing shock. With a correctly applied natural trim the
horse can do just about anything* and go anywhere a shod horse can. And unlike
a shod horse, you don’t have to worry about lost shoes! Transitioning
Your Horse to Bare Feet Going from shoes to bare feet is a process that requires some
patience. It doesn’t happen with the first trim. It may also require some attention
to your horse’s nutritional health and how you plan to use your horse during
the transition. Your horse’s feet may be tender for a few months, in which
case horse boots are a big help in easing any difficulty. All horses are
different, and so are their feet. It may take as long as a year to fully
transition your horse to going bare, but once there, you won’t go back to
shoes! For an
appointment Call/text 503-701-7044 Email katy@barefeetbykaty.com |
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About Katy Katy Clark earned her farrier
certification from Katy Says: “As a former farrier,
I converted to natural hoof care in 2005 and haven’t looked back. I am
self-studied in the practice of natural hoof care and am grateful for my farrier training. I am constantly learning about horse
hoof health to better serve both horse and owner.”
Katy Clark is an official dealer of EasyCare
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Bare Feet
Recommendations
Sharing the
Knowledge Katy is available to speak to your riding club or
other organization on the topic of hoof health and the natural hoof. Contact
her at 503-701-7044 or katy@barefeetbykaty.com *Natural trims are not appropriate for some horses and activities. In
some cases horses may require shoes for health reasons. Some activities, such
as horse racing, are regulated and require horses to wear shoes. If you are
in doubt about whether to transition your horse, consult your veterinarian. Katy Clark and Bare Feet by Katy make no claims as to the curative or
restorative aspects of natural hoof trims. |
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Bare Feet by Katy is owned and operated by Katy Clark. © 2011 Bare Feet by Katy Contact: katy@barefeetbykaty.com |
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