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Natural Performance Barefoot Trimmer. Late in 2011 I was introduced to a lady named Birgitta Wilkenson (Success With Horses).
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She showed me things that I didn't know about my horses feet. From there I did some research on my own, everything confirmed what she had told me. June 2012 I went to a 3 day clinic at Birgitta's to learn how to trim my own horses. Over the summer I trimmed our horses and a few horses for friends. Wanting to learn more I contacted Lisa Huhn to sign up for her Fast Track Course in Medicine Hat. Sp

ending 2 weeks with Lisa taught me so much more and helped me to refine my trimming skills. October 2013 I went to a 3 day ABC Hoof Trim Clinic in BC (All classroom) Where I learned more about the bar and how invasive it can be. July 2015 I took an Advanced ABC Hoof Trim Clinic w/ Cheryl Henderson in Rocky Mountain House Alberta, for 3 days. We worked on cadaver feet as well as live horses. July 2015 and September 2015 was the Cowboy Challenge Clinics. This was to help hone my skills as a horseperson and to challenge myself as well as my horse. I look forward to helping owners better understand the function of the horses hoof and helping horses regain true soundness. To learn more, check out:

www.successwithhorses.com

http://www.eqawakenings.com/index.html

08/07/2024

Hey folks,

I would like to have recommendations for places to board horses between Linden and Red Deer.

Thank you!

08/02/2024

Please be advised that there is a wildfire burning north of Ram Falls Provincial Park. This wildfire (RWF-064) is classified as out of control, and it is important for everyone visiting the area to be aware. Aylmer, Elk Creek, Elk Creek Fish Pond and Peppers Lake Provincial Recreation Areas and Ram Falls Provincial Park are now closed. Any reservations impacted by these closures will be cancelled and fully refunded.

07/03/2024

Here is a challenge for those interested.
*This is for educational purposes and I do not own this horse*

Analyze these feet and explain your findings...

06/18/2024

When you go to the Tyrell Museum in Drumheller and these are the bones that catch your attention....
And then you analyze the coffin bone of the the horse hoof. 🤣

06/16/2024

Time is running out to join our upcoming Pathology/Trim Clinic on June 22 & 23. Be sure to register to ensure your spot in this informative, educational Equine Clinic.

This is one of the things we discuss at our Clinic.
Contracted Feet, what causes them and how to help correct it.

This collage is the same hoof all taken on the same day.
Photo 1: Shoe on
Photo 2: Shoe pulled
Photo 3: After the trim

The changes are incredible!

Full Clinic details on the website: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

05/22/2024

05/01/2024

The new addition to the family…

05/01/2024

Winter in spring…. Again!

04/30/2024

Our next Trim clinic is coming up fast and we have room for 2 more students.
Join us on May 4th & 5th for an in depth look at the horses hoof as well as learning about issues that could cause you and your horse down time.
with the spring grasses beginning to show, it's the time to watch those IR horses. Learn how to be pro active to keep one step ahead of Laminitis and keep your horse sound.

Location: 2347 TWP RD 370 Markerville
Investment: 350$
Time 9am - 5pm both days

Horses are recommended on day 2 only. If you are unable to bring a horse, a safe one will be provided for you to learn on.

Photos of a student trim from our last Trim Clinic.

04/17/2024

04/16/2024

Snow again, but it sure is pretty

04/15/2024

We still have a few spots available for this amazing opportunity, with multiple clinicians and unforgettable fun!

04/09/2024

Ugh winter again!

04/09/2024

04/04/2024

Spring feet of a couple wildies we saw today while on our way to do a location photo session.

03/23/2024

When you're out trimming horses and you notice the perfect snowflakes landing on the horses.
As soon as I got home, I just had to grab my camera and macro lens.

I challenge you to attempt getting a clear macro photo of a snowflake on your horse.

It is far harder than one would think! My horses rarely stand without moving at all. ;) It was fun though and a few of the snowflakes are clear... sort of. 😁

03/22/2024

Event: Trim/Pathology Clinic
Location: 2347 TWP RD 370 Red Deer County
Dates: April 6 & 7, 2024
Investment: $350
Full Details: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

03/22/2024

We have a couple of spots available in our upcoming Trim/Pathology clinic on April 6 & 7.
Have you ever wondered why your horse has a choppy walk or trot?
Why the toes are squared off, even though they were just rimmed not long ago?
Why your horses feet stink, when being picked out?
What it means when your horse gets puffy around the eyes?

We will answer all of these questions and so much more.

This is theory, as well as hands on. Where you learn about not only the function of the hoof, but how to be pro-active with pathologies, like Laminitis and Thrush. We will discuss other issues, such as contraction and toe first landings.

Learn… the differences in trims and what it means to the horses.
How to differentiate a good trim from a not so good trim.
How to improve your horses movement.

Location: 2347 TWP RD 370 Red Deer County
Dates: April 6 & 7, 2024
Investment: $350
Full Details: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

03/16/2024

This is such a fantastic opportunity! I know you know someone that would benefit from an excursion like this one.

This Is A Huge Announcement, so please share with EVERYONE!!!

We are officially a go for our CANCER WARRIOR WEEKEND! YAAAAY!

With my hubby's treatments improving his condition, we both feel confident that he can do without me for a few days.

The dates for this trip are from May 31, 2024 to June 2, 2024.

Just to confirm with everyone, I am waiving all fees for this excursion. This is for female Cancer fighters and conquerors that have or have the use of a horse.

Click on the link for more information and for the Questionnaire required to join us. There is limited space (3 participants), so don't wait to send in your form!

For those interested I will be taking some Fantasy Outfits for extra special sessions.

https://www.mountainhorsephotography.com/pohlanding

03/15/2024

Do your horses snow pack like this or worse in the winter?

How about holding in mud/dirt in the summer?

A healthy functioning hoof will shed snow and dirt.

Join us for an upcoming Trim/Pathology Clinic to learn about this and so much more.
Full details at: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

03/09/2024

03/08/2024

From the first trim until this one (I believe it's her 4th), we have progressively been bringing not only the toe back but the heels up as well.

How many trims this is done in, greatly depends on the trimmer.
For myself the main factor is the knowledge of the owner. When they truly understand the effects and commitment to bring the feet all the way back at the first trim, then we do so.
Should they be learning and not fully comprehend the consequences, then I do as much as I dare on the first trim and am a bit more aggressive on future trims, that are on a shorter trim cycle until the feet are comfortable.

03/08/2024

An update on this Little's feet. Description in photos. To compare the before to now, go to the album, as that is where I added them, yet FB has a mind of it's own.

To learn more about the function of the horses hoof, join us for a Clinic.
Full details on our website: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

02/23/2024

Jasper, enjoying his evening feast without being harassed.

02/19/2024

A fun filled educational week, amidst the Panther River Valley!

See you there 🐴

2024 dates confirmed!!
August 11-18

See you there! ❤️ 🐴

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Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm

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The new addition to the family…

Winter in spring…. Again! #snowflakes #albertaspring #springinalberta #spring #springtimesnow

Snow again, but it sure is pretty

Our horses are on the move! And Jet took his snack with him. #horselife #horsesrunning #runninghorse #horserunning #horsesofinstagram #horses #horse #happyhoofinc #mountainhorsephotography #horselove

We have a couple of spots available in our upcoming Trim/Pathology clinic on April 6 & 7. Have you ever wondered why your horse has a choppy walk or trot? Why the toes are squared off, even though they were just rimmed not long ago? Why your horses feet stink, when being picked out? What it means when your horse gets puffy around the eyes? We will answer all of these questions and so much more. This is theory, as well as hands on. Where you learn about not only the function of the hoof, but how to be pro-active with pathologies, like Laminitis and Thrush. We will discuss other issues, such as contraction and toe first landings. Learn… the differences in trims and what it means to the horses. How to differentiate a good trim from a not so good trim. How to improve your horses movement. Location: 2347 TWP RD 370 Red Deer County Dates: April 6 & 7, 2024 Investment: $350 Full Details: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

Do your horses snow pack like this or worse in the winter? How about holding in mud/dirt in the summer? A healthy functioning hoof will shed snow and dirt. Join us for an upcoming Trim/Pathology Clinic to learn about this and so much more. Full details at: www.happyhoofinc.com/clinics

When you horse respects his boundaries.

The transformation a trim may invoke. #horselife #horsecare #horsesofinstagram #hoofcare #hooftrim #hoofhealth #horsehoof #barefoottrimming #happyhoofinc #healthehoofhealthesoul #healthehoof

Jasper, enjoying his evening feast without being harassed. #horselife #horsesoffacebook #horse #horsesofinstagram #horsehealth #horsecare #horselove #fortheloveofhorses

Does your horse snow pack?

If only I could really trim this fast! lol

I will be out of the service area for the next six days. I will get back to anybody that sends me a message on September 25 or later.

Food For Thought: When we think of wild horses, we romanticize then running free or grazing in mountain meadows. We envision the foals romping about playing and getting stronger. And we do see that quite often on our trips out to the west country. What we don't normally see, is the times that they are hunted by predators or fighting with one another (mainly the stallions). We want to believe that they have a great life, without concerns, for the most part. Yet the reality of it is that they are chased and taken down often by bears, cougars, wolves, lynx and other predators, not to mention the fights between rival stallions. The videos and photos attached are of a stallion that I have been following for over 10 years. He has had a hard life to say the least. the scars on his back end are from going through a wire fence at a young age (approximately as a two year old). He hung around outfitter camps until he was healed as there are less predators in places occupied by humans. Once he healed enough he moved to a less populated area and managed to gather few mares of his own and we saw him often for the next 8 years on our trail rides. About 2 years ago he vanished and no one had seen him. We all thought he had perished. Last weekend I was fortunate enough to not only see him, but get videos and photos. He is looking his age and limping a bit on the front end. If you look closely at his back end he is having issues there as well. His body tells a story of the life he has lead and that it has not been an easy one. Many of the wild horses we see are younger and look to be in great shape, yet I would wager that they have not had it as easy as we think. This year has been a bad year for foals, as there are quite a few bears and many of the young stock have not made it. this is the way of nature and the predators must eat as well. I don't like to think of them being taken down, though I do understand that it is survival of the fittest. It's the same fo

Rowdie, Casper and I went for a tootle along the ridge above Big Horn Creek, and found something interesting....

Don't Run Your Horse Down Hill - It;s Dangerous Someone needs to tell these wildies that! #horselife #wildhorses #wildlifephotography #mare #wildandfree #foal #wildfoal #wildmare #horsepower #horse #horses #mountainhorse #horselove #wildhorse #albertawildhorses #albertawildies #wildlifephotographer #roadtrip #albertawildlife #mountainhorsephotography #horsesofınstagram #barefoothorses #fortheloveofhorses

When Dad's had a bad day and just wants to be left alone! #horselife #wildhorses #horses #wildfoal #foal #stallion #wildstallion #mare #wildmare #wildandfree #wildlifephotography #wildlife #happyhoofinc

Griffin is getting closer to becoming part of the herd.

As requested an update on Rowdie... It was bandage removal day. His eye patch was held on by 4 sutures that I needed to cut. So far everything looks good. The stitches come out in 10 days.

When your horse trusts you, you should be able to medicate them at liberty. I'm very fortunate to have that trust with Rowdie, we have worked hard to build our bond and it has payed off. He had his eye removed on March 16th and needs meds twice a day. He doesn't like it, but tolerates it. Today we started doing Red Light Therapy and he is a trooper. No halter or treats required!