In a message dated 7/28/2007 1:48:27 P.M. Mountain Daylight Time, annedie@xxxxxxxxxxxx writes: Is your horse barefoot? Yes, she has never been shod in her life and has been fine.. I am a little bit Anti-shoeing. Horse feet are healthy without being fitted to iron.. especially if they have decent conformation and no other health issues that affect their feet. Their hooves can flex and their circulation can work more normally.. JMHO. Sandy Foushee Infinite Paws-Abilities Training and Service Dogs Teamed with Alexandra Guide/Service Dog Adopt a Great Dog, adopt a Great Dane!- Colorado Great Dane Rescue, Inc ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour