I’ve never seen a horseshoe on a horse in such detail. It definitely looks “ouch!” to me but I admit that I have absolutely no clue about the subject. Thanks for sharing (and such a good photo, too!).
Thanks Dawn. I got a very long explanation of the making of horseshoes from an Amish man and a few close calls to a kick in the head. Not to mention the people asking me why I was taking pictures of the horses feet! A fantastic morning overall. 🙂
I had a nasty mule kick to my head years ago that nearly made me a vegetable. (This mule had a terrible reputation, and stupid me gave it a go to trim its hooves.) Not unheard of to be killed in this way. (I got 12 stitches that day to sew my ear back on.) Fortunately, most domesticated horses are kinder and safer to work around than that one bad mule :)) The lessons we learn as we go on in life . . . Beware the mule!
Its a fly actually. The weather is so hot here the owner told me the horses will be taking the rest of the week off from pulling buggies for tourists. I didn’t even notice the legs until I got home. Your horse and boots picture is hysterical!
I’ve never seen a horseshoe on a horse in such detail. It definitely looks “ouch!” to me but I admit that I have absolutely no clue about the subject. Thanks for sharing (and such a good photo, too!).
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Thanks you, the best part was the people staring at me scratching their head.
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Here here! My sentiments, exactly (and these seem to have seen some good wear :)) Dawn
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Thanks Dawn. I got a very long explanation of the making of horseshoes from an Amish man and a few close calls to a kick in the head. Not to mention the people asking me why I was taking pictures of the horses feet! A fantastic morning overall. 🙂
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Great experience! Sounds memorable!!!! :))
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Its not the first time I’ve done it but I think it may be the last-a kick in the head might be a problem. 🙂
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:)) You got that right!
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I was asking someone about that yesterday and he said they occasionally do it but they don’t mean it. I bet they mean it once in a while!
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I had a nasty mule kick to my head years ago that nearly made me a vegetable. (This mule had a terrible reputation, and stupid me gave it a go to trim its hooves.) Not unheard of to be killed in this way. (I got 12 stitches that day to sew my ear back on.) Fortunately, most domesticated horses are kinder and safer to work around than that one bad mule :)) The lessons we learn as we go on in life . . . Beware the mule!
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When you say vegetable, do you mean you sat in a chair all day watching Dr Phil reruns? Thanks for the tip Dawn, take care.
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:)) :)) :))
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I’ll take that as a no. 😉
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You aren’t horsing around with this photo. I absolutely adore it. 😀
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Thanks Cee I appreciate that. Actually I was horsing around different horses for two hours.
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I like the 2 different color legs! And the little ant (?) hitching a free ride.
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Its a fly actually. The weather is so hot here the owner told me the horses will be taking the rest of the week off from pulling buggies for tourists. I didn’t even notice the legs until I got home. Your horse and boots picture is hysterical!
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It’s been hot here too. Mine are either ridden in the early mornings or not at all.
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I hope you have a nice cool barn for them with a TV, phone and cool drinks like a certain famous horse I’m thinking of.
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Interesting metal shoes..
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Custom made just for him Lisa. I knew the whole history of horseshoes the other day but forgot everything.
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LOVE this post! Cool picture, true statement 🙂
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Thanks Lisa, its hard work taking pictures of horse feet but someone has to do it. 🙂
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Oh the farrier 🤓🤑🐴…no foot, no leg, no horse…don’t miss that part ☺️ have a creative day Mike ~ smiles Hedy ☺️
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Yes, its like the Heart Sutra. Thanks Hedy!
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