Dare2Bebarefoot

Natural hoof and horse care (Barefoot) looking at the horse as a whole, covering diet, body and teeth and working along side fellow professionals.

Dare2bebarefoot is based on the border between Scotland and England. We specialise in natural hoof and horse care based on the "wild horse model" developed by Jaime Jackson. This model incorporate's whats called the "four pillars of natural horse care. "

The "Four Pillars" of Natural Hoof Care:

1. A Natural Trim - The trim mimics natural wear patterns, which triggers more natural growth patterns in the hoof. To do this the natural trim needs to be applied every six weeks.

2. Natural Boarding - Outdoors, herd life, lots of movement a paddock paradise would be ideal.

3. Reasonably Natural Diet - Free-choice dry grass hay (low carb), spread far apart to stimulate horses to move more. A natural salt lick and mineral block. Limited or no access to grass and a low sugar diet is important.

4. Natural Riding - Facilitate the horse's natural gaits. ( A good book to buy is "Ride for tomorrow" by Bruce Nock)