LaMarche Farrier Services

10/15/2024

Work in progress on a new 2 year old Tennessee walker. Owner didn’t want to change too much at once but balanced the foot and working on straightening them up. Horse will go into a bigger shoe next cycle.

09/14/2024

Just a reminder that I will be out of town for some much needed R&R until next weekend. I will return all messages and phone calls when I get back.

09/12/2024

Couldn’t have said it better myself! Thank you for all of those who trust me with their equine companions.

08/27/2024

Josh LaMarche of LaMarche Farrier Services provides specialized hoof care to horses, ensuring their balance, performance, and well-being.

07/08/2024

05/14/2024

Out with the old, and in with the new. Thanks to Prestige Auto, Auto Trim Design, and SlideMaster along with my family for getting this set up ready to provided continued services to my wonderful clients!

05/08/2024

For those of you fascinated with my profession and these videos

03/19/2024

Putting the foot back underneath the horse

01/08/2024

All frogs matter! Trimmed this frog off a Clydesdale that was the same size as this pony’s whole hoof.

12/15/2023

That time of year again … I need to work on bettering the party for my employees 😂

11/11/2023

As most of you may know, I have a brother serving in the U.S. Navy so this holiday is extra special to me. Be sure to thank those veterans close to you and do a good deed for them if possible . One day is not enough to express how thankful we all should be to have all those great men and women keeping us safe from all the hate in the world ! Happy Veterans Day!🇺🇸

08/07/2023

I was able to participate in the Winnebago County Meat Animal Sale at the county fair this year and purchase a beef. I’m glad to support the local kids and families that work so hard throughout the year to get their animals ready for the show and sale!

06/27/2023

Hey everybody, if any clients past or present could take a minute and leave an honest review of my work/services. I love getting feedback and I have set a goal to have 100 reviews by the end of the year. Thank you in advance 😊

11/12/2022

Vet prescribed heartbars on a big quarter horse today.

11/10/2022

Prepping some Tennesse Walkers for the snow and ice by adding snow pads and studs to their shoes.

08/05/2022

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HOOF ABSCESSES EXPLAINED

Sooner or later, nearly all horse owners will deal with a hoof abscess. But what does "hoof abscess" actually mean?

Although most commonly seen during the wet winter and spring months, hoof abscesses can plague horses year-round and usually occur when debris and bacteria enter the foot through hoof cracks and wounds, even horseshoeing holes. The bacteria then get trapped between the sensitive laminae (the tissue layer that bonds the hoof capsule to the coffin bone) and the hoof wall or sole and create pus; the pus builds up over the course of time and puts pressure behind the hoof wall or sole, until it causes the sudden onset of acute lameness when the pain finally becomes too great.
(The diagram below shows a simplified view of the equine hoof to help you visualize the structures involved in this process.)

Hoof abscesses can mimic other more serious diseases or injuries, so involving your veterinarian early on in the diagnosis and prompt treatment of this condition is always a good idea. Some abscesses will be uncomplicated and rupture on their own like a large pimple at the coronary band or heel bulbs; other abscesses, however, could require radiographs and will need to be surgically drained.

Read more about hoof abscesses on our website at https://aaep.org/horsehealth/hoof-abscesses