Horse HOOF restoration - Amazing!

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[@ToraTouchstone]

You can tell that horse knows you're doing a good thing for him.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

😂😂 By trying to bite me?

[@ToraTouchstone]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier hes still a horse lol

[@butternuts14]

I don’t know how I got here, but I’ve watched many of these videos and I can’t quit watching lol

[@cynthiaweathers6979]

He wants to thank you for helping him feel better by loving on you and giving you kisses. That's exactly what he is doing. Very sweet.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

😂 I'm sure that's what he was doing ❤️

[@healingsprings11]

He seems happier and what a friendly horse he is ! Great job. Great owners too.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks! Yes a great horse and owner alike.

[@VelmaJinkys]

He seems to know you helped him. What a wonderful fulfilling job.

[@gabbystack2199]

I love how you are explaining this and making it understandable even for someone who knows nothing about horses. Thank you!

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

My pleasure! :)

[@h3llnite]

What a beautifully patient horse. Great to see how much thought is going into animal health now. Was an amazing process to watch

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for your comment

[@goldenfire5]

I didn’t even know that there was a farrier profession, but it’s clear that you are an expert at what you do. I really enjoyed your video. Thanks for letting us take a little peek inside your world.

[@De123Martini456]

The horse is showing deep gratitude with his body language

[@RedVultureMedia]

Man, that horse really likes you! Haha! Well done! Horses have always had a special place in my heart.

[@TractorWrangler01]

You can sure tell that is a happy and loving animal, and you can see the love in the owner returned. Great video.

[@dwightehowell8179]

That horse is a happy camper that approves what his shoer is doing.

[@Puckelf4923]

For those wondering copper sulfate is an natural fungaside / antibacterial for use in organic applications. I use it to cure black spot / leaf curl on my peach n stone fruit tree leaves and helps prevent bark rott. Wild blackberry bushes tend to spread rampant fungus infections. Also the petrolium jelly will prevent moisture contact with the frog. Im a blacksmith but also tend my orchid so this is all best guess, im not a farrier. I've also treated my ducks feet with petrolium jelly for mites and dry scale. Now ill consider adding some copper sulfate to that too if theres a suspected fungal problem ... great inspiration and hey "the more u know .......... " (from Australia)

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks for that info 👌😁

[@sc0ttishlass]

What a very affectionate horse and so gentle for his size. Great to see all that healthy growth, well done. Looking forward to a follow up on Arrow.

[@rachelr3113]

Dental impression for support... plus the clog !!..amazing work. 👍👍👍

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks Rachel 😁

[@TheMonkeybusinezz]

I’m just here for Alex, he’s not too bad on the eyes 😏 haha doing a great job with the hooves too of course!

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

😂😂😂🙈

[@foreverarmy941]

😂😂😂

[@CHLOCHLOLP]

the horses are pretty cute too XD but yes hes the real star.

[@lifeatbuttheight]

The formahoof vids are always so freakin satisfying 10/10

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Haha glad you like them....hope you have checked out the latest ones 😂

[@MrSteve2714740]

Superb video. So nice to see passion in new methods. It’s so easy to stick to “Old school” methods. Embracing new technology means an open mind for the welfare of these beautiful animals. Well done.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you Steve! I appreciate it 👍🙏

[@dondena21]

Gorgeous black horse! He's very sweet and funny!

[@SarahJones-wy5us]

This is extremely good farrier work.....truly is.

[@Aolani21]

In the begining the horse is just like "love me!!!!"

[@WindWolfAlpha]

Also... "You will give me ALL THE PATS human!"

[@travistolbert2647]

Haven't been on a horse in over a decade after practically growing up on them, and youtube throws me an hoof care series from a very knowledgeable farrier. Very interesting product, but what are you doing to me youtube? lol

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

It's a sign! 🏇🏇🏇🏇

[@JudyHart1]

Get on and ride again.

[@debftlee9990]

Awww that horse loves you 🥰

[@murraydyck2127]

Isn't he a great horse . Really friendly

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

😁 He's a dude!

[@shawnaweesner3759]

What fun when the horse walked out of the forma hoof. Good horsey! 😊

[@ainsleysuttcliffe4845]

You remind me of the hoof gp ....i enjoy work aswell ..keep up the good job

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you, isn't the hoof GP working on cows?

[@janismeader924]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier yes, Alex , Hoof GP works on cows. I believe in Scotland.

[@emilylipsitz]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier how many horses do you and the girl own?

[@ThePereubu1710]

me - I've got no interest in horses, no idea how this came up on my KZbin also me - that was very interesting, I wonder if there are many more videos like this?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Plenty glad to have you along watching!

[@madisongroves9398]

ThePereubu1710 horses r extremely interesting if u watch the right video some display horses as dangerous...when it’s really just humans

[@AM-di4pq]

If you like watching pros do their work on things made of keratin, might I suggest nail career education. She has a great voice and really is a master at work.

[@tonyshaw7420]

I'm in the same trap lol cow's, horses, donkeys

[@McChrister]

You are truly a Master Farrier...Great work, Sir! His shoes are very elegant and shiny....🤗Blessings send your way(and the horses)from Canada....🙏🏼🍀🧡👋🏼🇨🇦

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you my friend! Hope your well in Canada 🇨🇦🍁👌🙏

[@pipr5070]

How I wish we had this stuff 30 odd years ago, when my horse took a year at least to grow a stable sole after a horrible hoof abscess. He’d grow a sole, then it would separate and fall off back to an extremely thin virtually pink sole. Eventually he managed to retain a sole.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

I'm glad he recovered but yes alot had changed since

[@renewyourmind1815]

Great video!! I've been a farrier for 15 years & one of my clients has a horse with white line, Oxine AH is an amazing hoof soak to treat white line. His hoof effected by fungi is nearly grown out, by next trim he'll be sitting better. I'm really happy with that stuff. I've also had my client put pea gravel in her stalls, I think that's helped a lot also as his hooves dry out well overnight. Fungi like damp, dark places, dry up their environment & it goes away. (Easier said than done in spring right? 😉)

[@shanelamell2229]

WOW Great job you are doing with him. Thanks for sharing and have a nice day !!

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks Shane

[@francessweeney2308]

Interesting techniques for the treatment of laminitis. My family has been involved with horses; 40 years ago wooden clogs and foamahoof wasn't considered. If the horse couldn't hold a nail ed shoe, glue ons would be used. Unfortunately laminitis is a complicated condition to treat, with many different factors. Even something as minor as an injury to the leg can set it off, when combined with obesity, eating a poor diet, exercising on hard ground and a pre-existing medical condition. Aero is blessed with an owner who is prepared to do what ever is possible to make him comfortable, he is also lucky to have such a skilled farrier and vet, I hope Aero is able to recover soon. The KZbin channel "Happy Hoof" showed a video in 5 part video called "The tragedy of Laminitis" . These videos told the fate of a 12 yr old arab mare called Cat Dancer with laminitis so severe the narrator could feel the pedal through the sole. The "farrier" was a friend of the owner, who swore blind when he saw the mare the week before she didn't have laminitis. I am neither a vet nor a farrier, but it takes a while for the pedal bone to penatrate the sole. The owner claimed that Cat Dancer was showing signs of discomfort for 4 weeks, a vet said she was ok and so allegedly did her friend. When a qualified farrier arrived that evening, she applied boots with Styrofoam hoof Rx pads and summoned a vet. The farrier informed the vet on arrival the next day what she found; hot hooves, throbbing digital pulses, limited hoof attachments on all four feet. The vet examined Cat Dancer and it was determined that due to the untreated laminitis the mare was suffering. Aged just 12, Cat Dancer was put down.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

That's a sad story. Unfortunately I am not familiar with the case and wouldn't like to comment without knowing the full story. Laminitis is a terrible disease however if managed correctly and at the right time there is alot that can be done especially now with these sort of techniques too

[@francessweeney2308]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier This mare was in the USA, there was a examination post mortem; it appears the mare may have had diabetes or Cushings (lab results are pending). Her owner, who loved horses but lacked the facilities, money and knowledge on modern horse care ideas to assist in Cat Dancer's recovery. This was combined with waiting until the pedal bone had penetrated the sole before seeking help. Thank you for replying, but this is the latest update.

[@sarahclause8957]

Deeply disappointed when the horse wasn't wearing actual wooden clogs 😔

[@horaciohernandezrios6151]

!@majooismajor !

[@sigmatricky8582]

Nice video... I need you as my farrier ! Keep up the good work...

[@jessicataicreates5534]

Such a cute horse! So friendly!

[@GalaxyRangerNiko]

I have no idea how this came up in my suggested feed but it's certainly interesting learning how to treat a severe case of laminitis. Will have to go down another rabbit hole in daylight to read up on EMS.

[@charleyweinhardt]

Dear Alex Ridgeway Farrier, It's always been a huge concern of mine seeing horses in Boston MA walking on the concrete with thick metal shoes all day long it's absolutely unnatural and it's always been a thought thought that someone could create a lightweight shoe with replaceable vibram-like brake pad set up. Basically, a circle on top of the metal of a half inch of thick vibram super rubber material could absorb a ton of the stress and shock and increase the horse's longevity! I don't know if you guys just thought about this, (the ankles joints of workhorses in the city) a lot of horses I could really use your help! The last horse I saw was pulling a carriage and did not look happy... Thanks for what you guys do! 👍

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Hello, there are many materials and products farriers can use to help absorb concussive forces and make horses that work on hard surfaces much more comfortable for example: plastic pads, leather pads, silicon pads etc

[@susanflowers6282]

It's wonderful what you've done for that horse! I hope all goes well.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks Susan

[@MrKitty-zv3dl]

Amazing and thank you for your efforts to keep these wonderful animals healthy.

[@Macam2macam]

wow. magnificent black horse.

[@hedduyou]

I love how to get him to not lift his leg you just lift the other leg haha. Such a simple and easy fix I love it

[@sunnahberkuda8574]

Thank you Alex R Farriers

[@Shadeskast]

Tons of work. Top notch.

[@samfowler4140]

Shadeskast Circle K Farrier Outdoors quite the camera man hey 😜

[@Shadeskast]

Sam you always seem to get the shots. Have you been busy with horses? I like this Formahoof. None of my clients would write a check to get it done.

[@samfowler4140]

Shadeskast Circle K Farrier Outdoors that’s the problem, this one was done nearly at cost, and would still frighten people! Quietened down for the winter now mate, guess it’s getting warm with you now?

[@Shadeskast]

We a bit slower. It’s between summer shows to winter shows. I’m getting ready to start building snow shoes

[@sandy_sd10]

Thanks to KZbin, I learned so much. Thanks for the knowledge!❤

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it

[@frankgeeraerts6243]

As always...... PINK LADY! Nice job you did ..................

[@Shadeskast]

Sam. An you guys revisit the horse in a few weeks to see how it wears and looks. Everyone puts it on but never revisit.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

He was a referral and has now gone back to his original farrier. I will hope to get a follow up soon on a few others.

[@SageyBoy828]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier no way! The original farrier caused this lamanitic mess! Hopefully the farrier learns a thing that or two from your work and avoids doing this a second time to the poor horse.

[@user-bi5if1ip6t]

Cool stuff he’s well cared for by a pro.

[@dorothybennett6596]

How interesting. I've never seen anything like this before. Xx

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you! Glad this was something new for you

[@rafidyasar3153]

Last 3 days why im watching these!

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

🤣🤣🤣 Either way I hope you subscribed for more 😂

[@rafidyasar3153]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier im gonna decide it after quarantine

[@lynnroberge1886]

Arrow wants a hug lol

[@KingCapone704]

It’s ok for the horse to show affection but at the same time the horse doesn’t know boundaries,

[@NostroDioNima]

great job! congratulations my friend!

[@shirleymeador9956]

I have a horse with ringbone that needs as much support as I can give him. He has extremely thin hoof walls, and often pulls shoes.

[@MoaOde]

Damn black beauty 😍

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

🤣

[@idkwhattonamemeself9180]

(Craig and Smokey) DAAAAMMMMNN!! That is a thick ass hoof tf

[@boitoiful]

Awesome Alex!!

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thanks jake

[@ellismacmillan7959]

Great job, do you know anything about hoof separation syndrome if so could you make a video on it? And any experiences dealing with the case, and how you would care for that type of foot? Many thanks

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Interesting and yes I'll try my best to do so

[@eileensongs]

I have a horse with chronic founders and the vet had suggested clogs. I started looking into that and came up with this video. I want to learn more what kind of clogs did you use to help him out? I had seen wooden clogs but if I'm correct with this video you didn't use wooden clogs. Would you please be able to give me the information she's seriously needs the help. Right now she's in soft rides. I really do believe that the clogs would even be better for her. I do have a video of the vet visit if you would like me to email that to you for your review. I know you're not doing medical advice but as a farrier I do appreciate your opinion

[@KimKim-pp5fn]

i love horses

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Brilliant!

[@jengable4888]

Very interesting !

[@user-to4wd6gg5h]

شكرا لك انه عمل رائع thanks you ,t'is great job

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you

[@shirleymeador9956]

Do have have any videos on how to shoe, and support a horse with ringbone?

[@user-em4bu4zm6q]

Супер брат супер спасибо

[@user-pu5pg7fk6b]

Amazing ! Great job. I am taking care of this pony suffering with founder and this will be a solution, but do you know anyone who does this job in eastern Canada ? I am in Quebec...

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Not sure who would be over in quebec but I'd be happy to pack a few molds in a suitcase and come visit 😂

[@claudiaosorio1323]

No entendi nada de lo que dijo este guapo, pero yo dejaria que me hiciera en mis patitas lo que quisiera!!! 😂😂😂😂 Buen trabajo para ese caballito.!! Saludos desde Chile

[@anneball683]

Do horses in wild have worn hooves because of roaming or are there lots of foot problems for wild horses? I live in Nevada USA. Where lots wild mustangs roam.

[@alexischaidez5275]

Alex, randon question. But what brand work boots are thoose that you have on?

[@HannaFardew]

I'm curious if formahoof will ever go international since there have been more and more research coming out lately that says how bad the traditional horse shoes are

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

It's compromising and weighing up the pros and cons to most things. If we understand the negative effects of shoeing we can make better decisions as and when required for the longevity and overall comfort to each and every horse. Formahoof already is international, it was developed in Dubai and is now manufactured in Greece with use now all over the world.

[@Gentry1753]

That horse wants pets man! pet him! lol

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Haha he's a dude!

[@ClearlyBlissful]

I wonder if this would work in a hot desert climate, and if the horse is prone to abscesses in the heat?

[@brokenwishbone422]

Seems like the horse really liked you after that! lol

[@comesahorseman]

A character! 😅

[@maureenu3047]

And now we know why the horse likes you so much in the beginning. I bet that was painful when you started treating it.

[@VanderleySantos]

Muito bom.

[@hrsnrnd10]

How old is this gelding please? Has he always just had bad feet? She mentioned the laminitis and Cushings? Is he rideable yet?

[@Turboy65]

He's quite a friendly little bugger, isn't he?

[@gregmartin9705]

Hey Alex how many tubes of form-a-hoof product per hoof, I think you said it was a size six mold? Thanks Greg

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Hey Greg, on a size 6 mold your looking 2 full tubes per foot mate

[@laserworkstv]

It's 2AM and I don't even own a horse...🐴

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Strangely satisfying though? 🤣

[@laserworkstv]

@@AlexRidgewayFarrier yhh it is.... I love it 🤗

[@user-mj8oh3sh7i]

Кстати из конины жаркое очень вкусное,люблю конину

[@Waldemarvonanhalt]

Interesting. You used alginate or some sort of silicone impression material?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Yes it's silicone

[@GracieMarie011]

I don't know why I am watching these I live in the City in the US and I don't own a horse ;). All I could think is this guys back must be wrecked, how do you do this all day? Even if you have good leg strength. Interesting to watch though.

[@hrhslm7411]

What brand are your boots ?

[@cicibradley2809]

Ever tried Cephaperin? It's amazing.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

No, please explain more?

[@susanflowers6282]

Sir, I realize that this video is a few months old now. But I'm wondering how he is doing now? And have you done follow up video's?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Hello Susan, he is now doing very well and I believe he is back into normal shoes 👌 as he was a referral case he is now back to the care of his original farrier and I wish him the best of luck 🍀😁

[@leifleifsen7708]

Bravo

[@lafika1634]

How long does laminitis last

[@Mizzzy90]

I could REALLY use you for my pony with laminitis. Too bad I live in The Netherlands... 😩

[@AlyssaSoftPaw]

Isn't formahoof like super expensive?

[@whalercumming9911]

Did anybody else think he looks like Heath Ledger

[@attorneymom35]

What a sweetie

[@kirstinetermansen3227]

O had a look likes But did turn out, he was download

[@lucasa1849]

Where did you learn all this? Who were/are your teachers?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you. Well I completed my 4.5 year apprenticeship here in the UK and now completing another 4 year Bachelors degree in Farriery. I have also had mentors and people along the way that have helped and supported me, teaching me various skills and techniques which I am extremely grateful for. I have also watched and learnt many tips tricks and techniques from watching videos and online content that we all have access to freely. There is a wealth of knowledge and experience at our fingertips and this continues to grow all the time. Plus im rather addicted to learning more and embracing new ideas and technologies that help to improve or more efficiently reach results such as sound horses. 😁 It's a lifetime of learning!

[@lucasa1849]

Alex Ridgeway Farrier . I am 15 now. I’m not sure If I want to be a farrier in the future, but I do really want to learn as much as I can. I atleast want to be able to trim my own horse’s feet. Over here in the Netherlands there’s only a handfull of farriers that know how to trim barefoot and do a good job at it.

[@usernamedaniedmrg]

May be only my experience with mustangs but why are the hooves so long and oval? They're very round and not so long on mustangs

[@estern001]

Thanks for not cutting the part when he stepped out of the mold.

[@whoahotcowgirl01]

Is the horse on hoof grow supplements ?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

We have to be careful with his diet as often diet control prevents horses relapsing back into the acute stages

[@tosgem]

Very interesting even though horses are probably my least favourite / most hated animal. I hope to be a beef farmer one day

[@marlenejesus9109]

Não tem jeito de tampar essas rachaduras com siricone? Se ficar só raspando os cascos vão ficar finos na carne e vai doer.

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Thank you 😁

[@monicawilliams4394]

Do you ever work on donkeys? If so can you make a video? Thanks

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

I don't have any donks on my books unfortunately, but we do work with donkeys as part of Brooke.

[@swissguy101]

can i become your apprentice ?

[@AlexRidgewayFarrier]

Your welcome to get in touch with us 👌

[@whatvlogz]

9:28 😂

[@leanndelosrios1616]

It’s alive.😅