Achaina Inc.
Kathy (Ladendecker) Coleman
PHCP Certified Hoof Care Practitioner
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- Rehabilitation of Laminitis, Navicular Disease & Other Hoof Pathologies
- Transitions from Shod to Barefoot
- Maintenance of Healthy Hooves
- Hoof Boot Sales & Fitting - EasyCare Inc & Scoot Boot Pty Ltd Dealer
- Therapeutic Application of Hoof Casts
I am located in Westfield, MA. I have a limited number of openings for new trimming clients based on location and schedule and do keep a waiting list. All trims are on four or five week cycles on established routes. Please inquire via the Contact page with your location.
Frequent trims are critical to prevent and heal distortion and pathology. Most trims are on a four or five week cycle. Extreme rehabs due to laminitis or neglect may require more frequent trims. I only take neglect and overgrown cases if they have been rescued and will be kept on a frequent trim cycle that is best for the animal.
I use proven techniques for the rehabilitation of laminitis, navicular syndrome, negative palmar/plantar angles, pedal osteitis, contracted, under-run and sheared heels, thin soles, wall cracks, wall flares, white line disease, thrush, and other hoof pathologies. I keep current on best practices with continuing education with top researchers and teachers.
When needed, hoof boots, hoof casts, and various padding materials are applied for protection, comfort, and rehabilitation. Radiographs (X-rays) are encouraged for accurate diagnosis of pathologies, and I am happy to work with your veterinarian on a team approach.
The hoof is a living structure and constantly strives to heal itself. Corrective trimming puts it in the best position to do so. Combined with an ideal diet and movement, quality barefoot trimming produces outstanding results in healing hoof pathologies and promoting healthy hooves.
Frequent trims are critical to prevent and heal distortion and pathology. Most trims are on a four or five week cycle. Extreme rehabs due to laminitis or neglect may require more frequent trims. I only take neglect and overgrown cases if they have been rescued and will be kept on a frequent trim cycle that is best for the animal.
I use proven techniques for the rehabilitation of laminitis, navicular syndrome, negative palmar/plantar angles, pedal osteitis, contracted, under-run and sheared heels, thin soles, wall cracks, wall flares, white line disease, thrush, and other hoof pathologies. I keep current on best practices with continuing education with top researchers and teachers.
When needed, hoof boots, hoof casts, and various padding materials are applied for protection, comfort, and rehabilitation. Radiographs (X-rays) are encouraged for accurate diagnosis of pathologies, and I am happy to work with your veterinarian on a team approach.
The hoof is a living structure and constantly strives to heal itself. Corrective trimming puts it in the best position to do so. Combined with an ideal diet and movement, quality barefoot trimming produces outstanding results in healing hoof pathologies and promoting healthy hooves.
Kathleen (Ladendecker) Coleman is a leading West Springfield, Massachusetts farrier on NewHorse.com!
From an interview by Horse & Rider Magazine with Pete Ramey:
Horse&Rider: What are the key benefits of a shoeless foot?
Peter Ramey: It's not about the foot alone; it's about improved overall health. Recent blood-flow studies by Robert Bowker, VMD, PhD, show that the horse's foot gets at least twice as much circulation when he's barefoot on yielding terrain, as compared to when he's wearing a metal shoe. The back part of the foot is designed by nature to flex, twist and distort with uneven terrain and turns--it helps reduce stress and prevent injury to joints, ligaments and tendons. Metal shoes prevent most of that twisting and flexion the hoof was designed for.
Horse&Rider: What are the key benefits of a shoeless foot?
Peter Ramey: It's not about the foot alone; it's about improved overall health. Recent blood-flow studies by Robert Bowker, VMD, PhD, show that the horse's foot gets at least twice as much circulation when he's barefoot on yielding terrain, as compared to when he's wearing a metal shoe. The back part of the foot is designed by nature to flex, twist and distort with uneven terrain and turns--it helps reduce stress and prevent injury to joints, ligaments and tendons. Metal shoes prevent most of that twisting and flexion the hoof was designed for.
For more information on the benefits of going barefoot, visit the Resources page.
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“Healthy hooves grow from healthy horses."
-Geri White, EqSC |
"I can't heal a hoof in steel."
-Dr. Stephen O'Grady |
"The best shoe for a horse is no shoe at all."
-James R. Rooney, DVM from his classic book "The Lame Horse" |
