Shaping the Shoe.
Checking the shape.
Burning on the shoe.
This helps keep the hoof from cracking. As this part of the hoof has no feeling, this procedure does not hurt the horse.
Cooling the shoe.
This is the last step - cool the shoe off before nailing it in place.
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Randy Hollar - Hot Shoeing a Horse
The Forge.
This is the first step - to heat up the shoe so that it is easier to shape.
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