How to Pick a Hoof with Farrier Darren Owen: Part 1

An essential step in horse hoof care is the daily management of picking and cleaning hooves. Hooves that are not cleaned routinely can "pack" the sole with unwanted debris. This blocks oxygen to the hoof and can lead to the development of many hoof issues. In this clip, Farrier Darren Owen gives a short tutorial on the proper way to pick a hoof and shows his favorite tool he uses for the task.