Farriery & Footcare

At The Barn Equine Surgery, we understand that maintaining proper hoof health is essential to your horse’s comfort, soundness, and performance. That’s why our practice works closely with skilled local farriers to provide comprehensive farriery and foot care services, combining expert craftsmanship with advanced veterinary diagnostics and care.

Collaborative Approach to Farriery

Our team collaborates with experienced farriers on-site and at our clinic, ensuring that each horse’s hoof care needs are met with precision and expertise. For cases that require specialised farriery, we can arrange remedial shoeing to address specific conditions and lameness issues, such as:

– Laminitis
– Navicular disease
– Hoof cracks and wall separations
– Underrun or weak heels

Our team uses advanced diagnostic tools, including digital X-rays, to assess the hoof structures in detail, guiding the farrier’s work and ensuring that shoes are applied accurately to support recovery and improve function.

Advanced Remedial Farriery and Surgical Shoeing

When a horse’s hoof requires more intensive intervention, we offer remedial and surgical shoeing solutions, such as:

– Hospital Plates and Rigid Casts: After surgical procedures involving the hoof, we use hospital plates or rigid casts to protect the foot and promote a smooth recovery. These methods are beneficial for protecting surgical sites, stabilizing fractures, and providing support to injured tissues.
– Surgical Shoes: Custom-made shoes can alleviate discomfort and support healing by redistributing weight or offloading certain areas of the hoof. This approach is particularly effective for horses with chronic hoof issues or post-operative needs.

On-Site In-Patient Care

For horses requiring extended treatment or more intensive farriery, our clinic offers 12 modern stables and round-the-clock nursing care, giving owners peace of mind. With in-patient accommodations on-site, our team can monitor your horse’s recovery closely, making any adjustments needed to their foot care or treatment to ensure optimal healing and comfort.

Proactive Hoof Health and Maintenance

Beyond remedial farriery, we are committed to helping owners maintain healthy hooves and prevent issues from developing. Our veterinarians and farriers offer advice and guidance on hoof care practices tailored to each horse, from trimming intervals to balanced nutrition and environmental management.

At The Barn Equine Surgery, our farriery and footcare services bring together medical expertise and practical hoof care solutions to keep your horse sound, healthy, and performing at their best. For further information or to discuss your horse’s specific needs, feel free to contact us.