Back to Barefoot: Managing Horses Sans Shoes
Natalie DeFee Mendik, MA
November 19, 2024
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.
Going barefoot can benefit hoof health, but consider management and physical needs before pulling shoes.
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