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

[@sarahraywood-priestly2021]

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 😊

[@sarahraywood-priestly2021]

@@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! 😁

[@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 🤠🧡🇿🇦

[@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!

[@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.

[@user-vf3wu5mf9d]

I LOVE THE HOOF GP

[@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

[@JaneCleveland]

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

[@honeykin7890]

Feathers on a horse?

[@JaneCleveland]

@@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.

[@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!

[@user-fz6vs4de9m]

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

[@davepelfrey3958]

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

[@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!!

[@cyndygreen4608]

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

[@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.

[@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...❤

[@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!

[@stardust949]

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

[@michaelcanada757]

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

[@lynnedwards7462]

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

[@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.

[@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. 🇨🇦

[@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.

[@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. 🎉

[@davidrubin8228]

Don't worry about your breathing. You are dealing with a 2000 lb. animal. This is labor intensive! You are doing a great job!

[@AhOhITzXray]

good job, hope to see her again in 3-4 weeks so she doesnt get that long again.

[@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.

[@tracycraft2971]

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

[@LoganRogue1]

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

[@mariareay3831]

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

[@lilianmcguigan9240]

Beautiful job! Clear, concise explanation much appreciated.

[@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.

[@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.

[@sudo_nym]

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

[@ashmouse]

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

[@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 😅

[@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!

[@user-zy9dc9ss6n]

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.

[@StratospheralNurse]

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

[@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 👍💙🐎

[@TravellingGypsy]

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

[@lindaarbogast6499]

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

[@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.

[@user-lu5sp1dh5f]

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

[@dalewestwood888]

Love the way you really care about the comfort of the horse, marvelous job ⭐⭐⭐

[@ireneshafer4821]

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

[@bevjensen4311]

She’s a beauty!! Lakota has to be more comfy with the hoof trim, I know it’s hard work, great job 😊

[@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.

[@coletteaverill7417]

Oh she's so beautiful! You did an amazing job!! I hope she doesn't miss anymore appointments. I'm going to stream you for a while. 🐎🐎🌺🌺

[@educatedgypsee2351]

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

[@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…..

[@3232siobhan]

Amazing the transformation. You are a master farrier!

[@jeno264]

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

[@ShadowHauk]

We always had really good results with using an emulsified hoof conditioner like the hoof conditioners you can get from Absorbine. I only mention their name because that's what I'm familiar with and used 40-45 years ago. I even used it on my own toes, along with the liniment for dealing with the pain I had in my very deformed and damaged feet/ankles.

[@ElainePeterson-wu2oj]

Thanks for looking after these beautiful animals.

[@garden2356]

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

[@tammyC1971]

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge about hoof care.

[@markthompson9914]

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

[@DS-gj5vh]

Panty hose works great on the feathers. Great job

[@llwm5100]

I'm fascinated with this process! I appreciate your thorough explanations and I thank you for the kindness you show these beautiful animals! I'm curious, what happens with horses' hooves when they are wild?

[@patpierce4854]

Lovely work on a lovely horse😊

[@RumMonkeyable]

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

[@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.

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

you can say - Dirt and Slurry manure - in stead of SH-- = thanks great job love watching and repaired hooves really good !

[@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.

[@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

[@jcampo4619]

Absolutely love your videos. So informational. Thabks for sharing!!❤

[@chris.18045]

I've been watching a lot of your videos the past couple of days and I like the education you give alongside your work. I would LOVE to see more of the horse when you're done though. You rarely show the "happy horse waking away from the trim" 🤔

[@btcrazee1]

You sound like a guy working hard. Great job, Lakota is my favorite.

[@cathy-annemannix8898]

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

[@nicem8746]

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

[@mariestubbs4606]

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

[@chickpea3092]

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

[@Sine-gl9ly]

Wonderful transformation on that 2nd foot, especially.

[@eh1702]

Hoof oil seems to be used quite a lot in the UK - and with our damp climate, why not? but recent years have been getting so hot and dry in parts of the country, the horses have had harder, dryer, more brittle hooves than anyone can remember.

[@annagarner1280]

I've had my hoofit stand for 10 years now...just recently moved the cradle to a thick cloth cradle...didn't have the spare cash to buy a new cradle at the time...

[@susannesteinbock1639]

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

[@cynhanrahan4012]

Poor girl, her feet have to be very uncomfortable. Using the saran wrap to keep the feathers out of your way is genius. I've never seen that.

[@jeannettethorsby7085]

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

[@AnnemarieOG]

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

[@debraimmer260]

I appreciate you heart for the comfort of the horse

[@bethpeters3187]

Amazing. Theres alot more to a horses foot than one would think. Just goes to show you have no business owning one of these beautiful animals unless you can take care of them.

[@pollyward98]

Thanks for explaining what you are doing.

[@foxfaith24]

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

[@garden2356]

❤❤❤❤J'adore ton accent et ta voix. Merci de partager.❤❤

[@daneekhoff8731]

The intro is absolutely hilarious.

[@jemreandeau3583]

Lakota is beautiful and I love her feathers. ❤

[@hannahharrison111]

I breathe loud, too. I just embrace it at this point haha

[@dusterowner9978]

Better to breath loud than not at all I would say . Great job

[@raymondperez2972]

I don’t care if you breathe hard. I know from your work and high temperature on that day. It’s physically exhausting. I fully understand that. Aloha ke akua!!!!

[@andreaburton7515]

Great job Caleb. Enjoyed your video!

[@Sean084]

Another stellar vid mate, love your work. At some point, could you explain what it means when you’re ’pulling or taking the heels back’?

[@kayBTR]

It was nice seeing a full shot of the horse at the end. Great job!

[@maryainsworth5022]

Yes, she is beautiful.

[@karenwright9123]

Love Lakota!! Those hoofs look 💯percent better❤🤠😁

[@sharondetrick950]

Enjoyed the video. Thank you.

[@Ursaminor31]

I find this so noble and deeply satisfying

[@judygouchie9701]

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

[@perustc9158]

Hydrate! Never too much! Great job!

[@ShainCaldwell]

Hmm I just realized that as I'm watching this, in my mind I can "smell" this. I think it's more of a memory from being in a similar position in real life.

[@Bethsabee_Sheba_Newrose]

I hear you, it’s definitely a scent we rarely forget. I kind of wish I could tone down the memories of my dogs eating the hoof trimmings though.

[@Pernilledj1]

I loooove your videos - so well explained.

[@juliederry3719]

Great job Caleb, and Lakota is such a pretty horse, tfs Julie 🇬🇧

[@FerretPirate]

I hope to see this again in a month or two, to see the recovery.

[@terrykunst3883]

Wow, Fantastic work!