High-Tech Horseshoe Flexes Naturally

High-Tech Horseshoe Flexes Naturally LIVESTOCK Horses/Mules The EponaShoe is a composite horseshoe made from three types of polyurethane secured with small internal steel stiffeners This provides the shoe with “whole-hoof flexibility” that brings your horse closer to a barefoot experience while still providing support comfort and protection from rough terrain Unlike traditional shoes made from rigid steel or aluminum the EponaShoe’s materials don’t constrict how the hoof naturally flexes Some of EponaShoe’s competitors create composite shoes with a large piece of metal within the polyurethane This offers better shock absorption than traditional steel shoes but restricts the whole hoof from flexing Other brands provide too much flexibility which results in shoes that don’t offer support lose their shape and can’t hold nails well-meaning they must be attached by gluing on the sidewall of the hoof with plastic tabs This glue builds up over time and takes months to grow out meaning you may stress the hoof by gluing over the same spot repeatedly In contrast EponaShoes are glued to the underside of the hoof This means that every hoof trim removes the previous glue so you start fresh EponaShoes work for anyone who wants their horse to have a long career including everyone from casual riders to the US Olympic Dressage team EponaMind spent years designing and perfecting their composite horseshoe The company maintains a test herd of 12 horses that wear each new model to ensure the shoes are the best possible before putting them on the market EponaShoes retail from $18 for a Pony Style pair to $199 for a Starter Kit plus shipping Beyond its horseshoes EponaMind produces software for measuring and tracking the hoof for better long-term care The company also hosts learning events with world-famous speakers Contact: FARM SHOW Followup EponaMind 6720 Linne Rd Paso Robles Calif 93446 ph 805-239-3505; info@eponatech com; www eponamind com

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