There No Such Thing as the Strasser Style of Trimming
Stby Yvonne Welz (Copyright 2003 Used by Permission) Is this a surprising statement? It shouldn’t be, to anyone familiar with Dr. Strasser’s work. But this is something that newcomers to natural horse care and barefooting shouldbe made aware of. Dr. Strasser developed a method of horse care, and not simply a style of trimming. This…
What is a Natural Trim?
Straight from the Hoof by Yvonne Welz Editor – The Horses’ Hoof Magazine No trimming is actually “natural”, as the act of a human trimming a hoof can never be natural. The only “natural” trim is the one a horse gives himself, living in wild conditions. When we refer to natural trimming methods, we refer…
The Harmful Effects of Shoeing
The following information was provided by Dr. Hiltrud Strasser and Ms. Sabine Kells–used by permission Walls cannot wear & maintain normal shape/length unnatural stresses on hoof as walls get too long incorrect trim cannot be worn away Vibration (800 Hz) destroys hoof wall and tissue causes structural abnormalities in laminar corium, leading to compromised coffin…
Unique is an Understatement When Describing Cypress Trails Ranch
View NY Times Article on Airport Rangers by Genie Stewart-Spears Unique is an understatement when describing Cypress Trails, a private facility in Humble (pronounced “Umble”), a suburb of Houston, Texas. From pony rides to birthday parties and pleasure rides to challenging all-day ‘Adventure Rides’ with meals included, your wish is just a phone call away….
Cecilia Butler “Gallop on the Green Victory”
Endurance Magazine-April 2010