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That's fantastic but will need planning permission.

What is her condition score? Unless it is too low, in which case seek professional advice, then ad lib haylage and a balancer fed according to the manufacturer's instruction. If she has enough energy levels when ridden then she is doing OK. Taking professional advice will save you money in feed...

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It is an insurance of last resort. In other words it will pay out only what is not covered by other policies. The response from BHS was in line with the terms of the policy.

I am not a member but my recollection is that it was £60. Looking at their website it is £75 now. That seems a big increase. Is my memory faulty?

Thank you for sharing your experience., Much appreciated. I have found only one other UK person who has had this problem - my horse is a 19hh Clydesdale.

I don't think they are common either. I did find a nice antique shoe boil boot for sale but at £650 I didn't dwell long on it...

That was an autocorrect typo - sorry. I do mean shoe boils and they can be formed by a barefoot hoof as well as a shod one. Apologies for the confusion. I will see if I can edit the post.

Thank you for an informative reply. I will keep a much closer eye on her elbows from now on. She is barefoot.

Is there a UK outlet that sells show boots? The suppliers I can find seem to be in the USA. Also, does anyone know if they will fit a large draft horse? Thank you.

My trimmer studied hard for a long time and has a deep understanding of anatomy and biomechanics. It shows in his work.

£30 for a trim, and £50 to trim draft horses. I thought that was quite a lot given he does two draft and one other in one visit. Then he disappeared on me! Now use a bare foot trimmer who charges £40 regardless of the size of horse. He is MUCH better than any farrier that I have had. Takes the...

Well done both of you.

Assuming the first three done according to schedule, then no problem doing them early. The 6/12 months starts from the date that they are vaccinated - there is no 'credit' for unused time.

I know weight has gone down but it doesn’t look to be a problem at the moment - not underweight. We are almost at the end of winter and we want them to be leaner at this time of year. Unless obviously unwell or not eating at all then perhaps just monitor the situation.