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Fox Valley Forge and Farrier

My name is Dave Schuppner and I have 10 years experience of full time farrier work.

31/05/2024

Whinny's Wisdoms - In this blog, Whinny explains how to determine if your horse has negative plantar angles and why it's so important.

07/05/2024

Hoof pattern axis, or hpa, is the alignment of the first three bones in the horses hoof/leg, the coffin bone, short pastern bone, and the long pastern bone. The more closely these bones are aligned in a straight line, the more efficiently the entire lower leg functions. To check your horses hpa, on a flat, even surface, have the horse stand with it's weight as evenly distributed as possible, draw an imaginary line up the front of the hoof wall up to the fetlock joint. If that line appears straight and uninterrupted, your horse most likely has good hpa. X-rays are the true test but are not always an option. Improper hoof pattern axis can put stress on the tendons, but especially the ligaments in the lower leg possibly creating pain and inflammation. Hpa is a simple thing to look at, but is also important. The photo shows proper hpa.

24/04/2024

"Does my horse need shoes?" There are plenty of questions when it comes to hoof care. A common question is "does my horse need shoes?" In my opinion there are 4 reasons for shoeing a horse. #1 Traction. Many are familiar with the use of ice studs or borium for ice and snow. #2 Wear. In many areas the ground can be very abrasive and can naturally wear hooves down faster than they grow. # 3 Confirmation defects such as, but not limited to long toe/low heel, club foot, poor hoof pattern axis or inadequate sole depth. Shoeing can give mechanical advantage and or protection of the hoof that can't be achieved through trimming. #4 Recovery from injury or pathology. Things like a broken coffin bone, laminitis or severe hoof cracks. So does your horse need shoes? That's a conversation to have with your veterinarian or hoof care provider.

01/05/2023

I recently relocated to the area and am currently accepting new clients. I have worked with many different breeds and disciplines. From jumpers and dressage horses to backyard horses and veterinary cases. Feel free to call or text.

05/03/2023

I am a farrier based out of Evergreen, Colorado. I graduated from Midwest Horseshoeing School in 2013. I have been shoeing all breeds full time since. I specialize in Sport horses and therapeutic shoeing. I am currently accepting new clients, please feel free to reach out to me at (630) 330-3139.

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