These Hooves Were in Terrible Condition! Massive Draft Horse Hoof Restoration Part 2 - So Satisfying

[@Everythingbuthegorl]

Stop apologising for breathing - I’m confident I speak for us all when I say we know it’s serious cardio you’re putting in there! And your hands omg it’s a tough job but thank god you’re doing it. Kudos Caleb x

[@nicem8746]

I also breathe 😊

[@Everythingbuthegorl]

@@nicem8746 you get a gold star too x

[@MonkeyJedi99]

@@nicem8746 No breathe, no live. - Miyagi

[@caobita]

Very tough indeed, especially when it's hot and the hooves are super dry and hard like a rock

[@Thetruthgirl]

Deep breaths are much better than hyperventilating and dying! Never care what people think of your heavy breathing when you exercise, it’s healthy! 😁

[@redwitch12]

"Sharp straight edges break; rounded corners are stronger." You've incidentally just described why airplane windows are shaped the way they are. :) I always appreciate answers to the "why" of certain approaches!

[@michaelcanada757]

As my father would say, that’s the sound of a man working for a living.🖖

[@bladeofbattousai]

I'm impressed how good you made that hoof look. And I love how you gave her breaks.

[@stardust949]

Sweetie---you go ahead and breathe as loudly as you need to. You're working hard and helping giant horses.

[@karenburrows9184]

Oh, Caleb, you definitely have the gift. Beautiful job. Making horses sound, one hoof at a time.

[@sudo_nym]

“As strong as a farrier’s back”, is so true!

[@royothebuzz]

I know nothing about this but watching your videos I feel big relief for the horses.

[@shotgunbettygaming]

"She got off cycle"......that's the nicest way I've ever heard someone called a scumbag.

[@MR-bp3in]

Getting off cycle doesn't mean someone is a scumbag, you don't know the person's situation. That's me being nice calling you a skank 🤷‍♂️

[@johnettebeaver1991]

Don’t ever apologize for working hard and doing what you do. Your hands show your heart!

[@rivkaclifford427]

Well done. I would never have allowed my horses' hooves to get into this condition. Glad you are taking care of horses whose hooves have been neglected.

[@CULT539]

A lot of people watch these videos that don’t have a horse, or know much about them. As someone who does have show horses. I can assure you that this guy knows his stuff and good farriers are a dying breed and hard to find…. and it’ll cost $$ every six weeks, but it’s extremely important for the overall health of the horse.

[@NoQuarter01]

Do people learn to do it themselves to save money? Or is it really difficult to learn?

[@dravont73]

@@NoQuarter01my dad took a farrier/blacksmithing course so he could keep our horses neat and trim without the extra expense of a farrier’s visit every 6-8 weeks. It’s a tough job. He didn’t have the “luxury” of having hoof stands as this was 60+ years ago when he started. He taught us girls how to maintain their hooves but I was always so afraid of the hoof knives as they are so sharp and you have to have quite a bit of strength and control to use them safely especially when working on the soles.

[@charlottebonnie5320]

@@NoQuarter01 It is difficult and exhausting. You need special tools and a healthy back and of course horses which are familiar with humans and have been trained to stand still - on three legs. In case hooves are deformed a well educated trimmer should do the job. And of course, you should see if a horse needs shoes (maybe orthopaedic ones). In Germany (Europe) the prospective trimmers need an apprenticeship (three years). And afterwards they gain more and more experience during many years. Kind regards from Charlotte, 78 y.o. after having kept Icelandic ponies for 60 years.

[@rachelgodden2493]

I started watching this, and The Hoof GP from Scotland. I never knew learning about horse and cow hoves could be so interesting. I even looked up the evolution of the anatomy.

[@janeenschultz8502]

I recommend Nate the Hoof Guy as well! He has both short and long videos for cow trimming.

[@Rainn-b1e]

I LOVE THE HOOF GP

[@ameliaconnick5474]

I watch all 3. What these guys do for these animals is amazing​@@janeenschultz8502

[@Alyathaean]

Lol. I literally came from a video from the hoof gp. 😅

[@n.c.pictures]

Love the Hoof GP

[@caroledavis-lh5to]

Finally a farrier who walks you through the process of hoof care. Explaining what he’s doing and why he is approaching the hoof treatment the way he is. Granted, I know absolutely nothing about the proper cure for a horses hoof. However, it is very educational to have everything explained as you work on their hooves. Quite frankly, I am surprised that I am so hooked on your channel. Who knew?

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

Glad you like it

[@elaineeverhart7100]

You, Sir are an artist....Your attitude to the horses comfort is so appreciated....I have never heard of a farrier doing the bevel and after your explanation I appreciate your work even more...So glad you popped up on my feed...❤

[@elisabethe8055]

Good job Caleb. I thought that second hoof was beyond saving looking like it did. A master act, making it a proper hoof again. Thank you for sharing!

[@myaccount2825]

We have a Belgian mare and her fronts have the lateral flares. I’m glad you did this video. I’m a 58 year old female and I do the trimming of our 4 horses - including our Belgian and her big Cinderella stepsister feet! 🤣

[@KnawedOne]

Love seeing actual hooves emerge from the misshapen mess at the the beginning

[@genmulder]

When you watch Caleb, one thing is for certain, you will be able to follow his, clear, and understandable explanations while he turns what looks like a dead Oak tree into functional hooves again 🤠🧡🇿🇦

[@sutherlanddowney1730]

Love how you show the horse at the end, and learning the names of tools and parts of horses feet. The new hooves look good.

[@nottheone226]

I have no doubt that you are one of the best at what you do and I also know that horse must have felt so much better after everything you did. The way you care for their comfort while you work makes it obvious that you care very much about more than just the job at hand. Beautiful job!

[@mariestubbs4606]

I bet Lakota feels miles better now her feet are done and the feathers are iconic to Draft Horses , loved the vid Caleb .

[@Ramona57-TX]

You did a real nice job on her hooves. She's going to feel better with her feet aligned. I hope that her caregivers keep her on schedule in the future.

[@chevelle6268]

Great job. Your a great farrier. She looked 100% better. These draft horses get so flared out if you don’t stay on top of them. Like you say, they are heavy. I bet she’ll feel so much better. Beautiful girl.

[@Jane_in_Texas]

Yes! Feathers are sacred! Lakota's feet look beautiful. Thanks for the video.

[@honeykin7890]

Feathers on a horse?

[@Jane_in_Texas]

@@honeykin7890 The hair around a horse's hoof is called feathers. Some breeds are known for their trademark long, fluffy feathers. Ex: the Budweiser Clydesdales. Many working horse breeds have feathers and they should be left long.

[@caitlinw8351]

@@Jane_in_Texasthey should be left long only if they are cared for weekly, minimum. feathers cause a looot of diseases in the leg and hoof.

[@nattance1]

Why are "feathers" considered "sacred?"

[@Jane_in_Texas]

@@nattance1 Because they are glorious!

[@orsolyaorosz2946]

This is the first farrier video with voiceover I have ever seen. I love it! Finally, I'm properly enjoying watching these videos, being told what's going on and slowly learning the phrases 😅 Keep it going 👍😁

[@davepelfrey3958]

Great job and Lakota looks happy with that grin at the end. Thank you for helping animals. ❤

[@kenrickjones3990]

I take my hat off to you. I thank you for what you did for this horse. You explained what you do so clearly. Again thank you for all you do. God bless

[@cs7717]

50 years ago I used to use bacon grease on my draft mare's hooves. The only problem I ever had with it was keeping the dogs away! Lakota is beautiful. You did a really nice job on her hooves. I just love the sound of the rasp.

[@servicedogkyzanna1761]

I was just thinking the same thing- is no one moisturizing this animals feet???? My mom used to pour the bacon grease into a can for the horses feet and kept it by the stove, and we just moved it into the barn as needed,

[@midnightsun9559]

An old time saddlebred trainer had me apply egg white to the coronary band of the foot. He said no hoof oil for the same reason - the hoof can't absorb moisture. Thanks Caleb for your good commonsense explanations. Lakota looks so much better. With you, the horses come first.

[@TravellingGypsy]

The big yawn at the end!❤️ She felt relief!

[@lynnedwards7462]

Lakota is beautiful. Your hard work has enhanced that, Caleb. Thank you for letting us see.

[@MrBillmedhurst]

I love watching your craftsmanship and your compassion for these animals is amazing. Great video, thanks.

[@chickpea3092]

She is so cute! I love seeing the whole horse after.

[@foxfaith24]

Lakota is always a favorite to see. Love your work Caleb!

[@sammybrandt4193]

I work in healthcare and it was wild to hear you say 'thrush' in the context of horse hooves lol. I usually see it as oral thrush in people, so it was very cool to learn that thrush (or something with the same general name of 'thrush') can be found in such a drastically different part of a completely different animal.

[@malcolmdarke5299]

My understanding is that it's the same fungal pathogen in both cases, although I will admit that I'm an expert in neither human nor equine healthcare.

[@bonniedavis4601]

RN,CCRN here. Same pathogen. Little different treatment but it is very treatable. PS Horse Rescuer as well. I know both versions of thrush. ​@@malcolmdarke5299

[@bonniedavis4601]

See my reply below. Seems Tbreds frequently have thrush. Pastured horses don't have to walk in "water" or moisture in stalls. The horse in this article had big problems that the Farrior handled well. I know what a good Farrier costs, I salute you!

[@abzygirl]

Thrush in horses is a bacterial infection as opposed to thrush in humans, which as you know, is fungal.

[@didntlistendad]

@@abzygirlA Candida albicans..

[@vickster7850]

My Dad was a Farrier, brings back a lot of memories ❤thank you😊❤❤

[@shmeeden]

Wonderful trimming! I started trimming my own horse a little over a year ago, and can definitely agree on how much WORK the rasping is!! Because I do her myself, I tend to do weekly touch-ups with the rasp, and even rasping that little often has me dripping sweat. Another nice thing about doing weekly maintenance, is I can leave that "extra" material, because I know I'm on top of things, and it will never get overgrown. So I don't have to pare her down to try to make it last six weeks. I have also found that keeping her frogs trimmed up has almost completely eliminated the thrush she was always having, back when I had a farrier who never touched them.

[@sandravasquez7628]

Lakota is BEAUTIFUL! ❤ And your job is looking very nice! I would love to see her next appointment to see the improvement in those cracks. 💪🤩😍 Maybe that could be content for a future video. 🎉

[@AuroraMeansDawn27]

Don't ever apologize for doing your job. Whomever is complaining about "breathing" should be ignored.

[@more5347]

using a hoof stand regularly for just grooming is really beneficial training. makes life easier for everyone, horse included, for when it's farrier day.

[@artistartist2689]

So interesting.. My Gramps in the 1920's -30's was a farrier! Thanks for keeping these beautiful animals feeling great. Take good care of your back!

[@virginiasoskin9082]

This is so interesting; I have always loved horses from afar but never had the opportunity to take care of them or be around them very much. I find it very good that you make it as comfortable as possible for the HORSE. I do not see how you bend over all the time. That is so hard on YOUR back. Thank you for showing us how to fix hoofs and make horses much more comfortable and healthier. I am sure this horse appreciated your work. Thanks for caring for horses!

[@markthompson9914]

I’ve never even considered there was a difference between breeds. Well u learn something new each day, cheers mate 👍✌️🇬🇧

[@cyndygreen4608]

your heavy breathing is just an indicator how physically hard this job is

[@annshelton3503]

Awesome frog work (🐸) 😄, Great explanation! Beautiful farrier work!! Fabulous transformation! 👏🏼 we just know that horse is going to be a happy animal on all four hooves❤

[@brendadoherty3060]

Love watching you file those hooves ❤. As far as your breathing ,you are working 😊

[@pennilynnmcnew443]

You rock!! Fabulous job! Thank you for the depth of caring and willingness to do a such an intensive procedure to help this horse, and countless others. I wish we had more farriers like you more readily available.

[@createwithbarbbl4125]

Like people, one size never fits all. I commend you for taking the horses needs into account. Her feet (and feathers) look amazing after your hard work in the heat. Thank you so much.

[@GardenNHS]

I keep watching this because its so satisfying to the end result

[@PamRaney]

Beautiful horse. I like your comments as you go through the trimming.

[@cathy-annemannix8898]

I love your passion for horses! I love how you explain everything. Thank you!!

[@LizMaslin-k3c]

Had horses for 50 yrs. Your farrier is key person in maintaining your horse's best hoof. Also biotin supplements are great for hoof health!

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

Thank you for the nice video. I’ve never been around horses but I truly admire them and the folks who care for them.

[@Judybosco]

Beautiful job! My friend had an Appy with tough feet. She used to paint on a little cod liver oil. He would then lick the bowl clean of the leftovers. His feet improved 100% and the shine on his coat from licking the bowl was amazing!!

[@StratospheralNurse]

Thank you for what you do for these incredible animals! Love the new intro as well, really dope!

[@mariareay3831]

Love your work & the individualized care you gave her feet!! ❤❤

[@Sine-gl9ly]

Wonderful transformation on that 2nd foot, especially.

[@DonnaMSchmid]

She's a pretty old girl! Glad to hear she's enjoying her retirement and will be back on a good schedule in the future!

[@nicem8746]

You did a really nice job, thanks for beautiful big conscientious. She’s beautiful!

[@Lawrence1203-f7s]

Breathing loudly is better than not breathing. LOL You are articulat, informative, interesting and knowledgable about your passion. Some other narrations on many subjects are boring, uninformative and have serious grammar errors. I am not a horse user or owner but I enjoy your videoa.. Good Job from Southern California

[@debraimmer260]

I appreciate you heart for the comfort of the horse

[@pearlluber5849]

Well, if a horse needs orthotics, I'm happy that there are ferriers that do the job so well. The horse looks so relaxed after the treatment

[@klassy-ass]

I used orthotics on a super foundered mare. My journeyman called them her sneakers

[@mwp597]

This is hard work and you do it day in and day out. It's that not that you love the pain, it's that you love what do and it shows. Helping those horses has to be a good feeling.

[@lilianmcguigan9240]

Beautiful job! Clear, concise explanation much appreciated.

[@judygouchie9701]

You are a well educated artist at what you do!🐴😊

[@ireneshafer4821]

I enjoyed watching for sure! Even though I don't own horse's, I still love how majestic they are. 😊

[@tracycraft2971]

Wow!! I’m learning so much! I’m more educated in milking cattle. So beautifully done!!❤❤

[@Ursaminor31]

I find this so noble and deeply satisfying

[@GreenfieldsHomeplace]

When someone is working hard it shows and this is hard work. I often wonder about how your back holds up and then you talked about the jack that helps you. 😄 I enjoy these videos so much. You and Nate the hoof guy (he does cows) are amazing. Thanks for what you do! ✨

[@ElainePeterson-wu2oj]

Thanks for looking after these beautiful animals.

[@mrgarner4796]

Draft horses... magnificent ❤ Thank you for the care you give for the comfort of the animal.

[@9kittiesmom]

I really enjoy that you explain what you are doing and why. It's amazing you got her hooves in such good shape in one trimming. She's a pretty girl. Thank you.

[@joycehosaflook3755]

My first viewing. You explain very well and thoroughly what you are doing. I saw that hood crack and did not know if you would address my wonderment of it. But sue enough, you covered and explained the cracks. Thank you so much. This is extremely hard work, especially on a horse that has had neglected hooves. It must feel so good to them when you work on them as it seems most all horses are quite cooperative.

[@educatedgypsee2351]

She's beautiful. Thank you for the video and making her life better

[@jeannettethorsby7085]

As always, I really enjoyed the video. I love the big breeds of horses. ❤ To me they are very beautiful. 🙂🦋

[@lindaarbogast6499]

Beautiful work for a beautiful horse. Thanks for the explanation of what you were doing and why. It makes sense. Thanks for sharing!

[@traceyrossberg4640]

Lakota is a beautiful girl, I was going to ask if she was still working, but, you answered that question, only because you mentioned her arthritis, awesome job as always Caleb, your commentary is really excellent, you explain everything you are doing, and so respectful of the horses you're working on, thank you Caleb, take care 👍💙🐎

[@DH-gk8vh]

Thank you for showing your work when you're done and the beautiful horse you just made very happy!!! I love watching your work. Even more, I love your explaining the anatomy of the horses hoof. I love horses but never owned a horse. I'm a 66 year old widow, so that ship has sailed. I still love learning about them. The first time I watched a horses hoof being worked on, I thought about years of this kind of work and what it might do to your back. The rest you have for the horse to put his hoof up on seems very smart to me. Great video!

[@RockAndRose]

I love your dialog. I'm learning so much.

[@peaches5712]

My granddad, who died before I was born, was a ferrier. There is something about watching these videos that brings me closer to him. PS- in his day there weren't any hoof stands. 😊 I guess that's why he had such a bad back, from what my father says. Keep up the amazing work!

[@loisblais3431]

It’s not how you breathe… it’s that you are still breathing! Lol . hot day, great job. Very good clear explanation. Thanks for sharing. 🇨🇦

[@3232siobhan]

Amazing the transformation. You are a master farrier!

[@LoganRogue1]

You did a really good job with her feet. Kudos to you.

[@ashmouse]

Beautiful job! Your commentary is very informative and your care for the horses well-being wonderful. Love the new introduction too!

[@348Tobico]

It must be so hard to know there are horses you have worked on who need continuing help from you and for whatever reason the owners don't bring you back. I had such guilt when my farrier came a week or two later than usual -- and I had darn good reason because I traveled! I respected my farrier as much if not more than my vet. No hooves No horse. I was blessed with horses who could go barefoot but I made it a priority to keep those bare feet in tip top condition. I taught them to stand in a bucket or tub to soak in water if I didn't have a creek to soak them in. That made such a difference when the farrier came to do his magic. Great lesson and video.

[@shawnwallis7665]

Thank you for your videos……looking after these amazing animals is so rewarding for all of us….to be honest when I was young I had this on my bucket list to do once in my life but things change…..

[@jeno264]

Looks like a much happier horse, those hooves were in quite a state! Thank you for sharing!

[@okamanokama]

We bought a thoroughbred mare that wasn't neglected as such, but her feet were horrendous. They had been hacked just before she was dropped off to us so that they were actually hoof shaped, but she was sore for a few days after. We've had her about two years now, and the damage is almost fully grown out - they'll never be very pretty, but she's in the paddock 24/7, very occasionally ridden in the paddocks, and very happy. Our farrier who has been "retired" for three years has been teaching my stepdad basic farrier skills so we can keep the our old horses comfortable when he ACTUALLY retires 😅

[@fcbfirechiefbill3361]

I truly appreciate you and the care you show to this beautiful animal. You definitely deserve to be recognized for your attention to the care.

[@securityforcesadm]

I had a welsh growing up and his hooves were so bad that the older he got every 6 weeks wasn’t enough for him. The ground flooded a lot so it was wet and my old man got Laminitis. Watching these make me miss my boy but I enjoy learning

[@AnnemarieOG]

such a beautiful horse! Good work. Thank you. Bless

[@graciemac6303]

Just found your channel...love it!! I used to train Standies and would hang with the farrier every month, so very therapeutic. Great job!!

[@susannesteinbock1639]

What a great job, Caleb! Thanks for sharing and for giving explanations!

[@RumMonkeyable]

Great job! 👍👏 Always err on leaving too much, not too little. ✨😀

[@davidherringgo]

Enjoyed the silent shoeing this time. You get to understand more of all the steps. Very good job restoring the hoof. The extra tools are interesting. Like hand cranked leather trimmer on the anvil.

[@PLS.54]

I must have enjoyed the video, I’ve watched it twice! 😂

[@cordeliagriffith5925]

Wow !!! What a Fantastic job they look sooo much better the horse should feel much better 😊❤

[@ajessm]

Really enjoy your videos. You give very helpful commentary so that as well as enjoying watching your craftsmanship, we're learning at the same time.

[@rosemaryabbott1020]

I had a Mustang when I was a preteen and I would rasp my horse’s hooves daily just a little bit as he ate. They stayed in shape and healthy and I saved a bill. He was happy.

[@ashlynwanderer]

Smart, that's like driving sheep down a gravel drive each day and never needing trims. Probably the best way to do it.