My approach to hoof care is guided by the horse first. Every horse tells us exactly how they feel in their feet – Our job is to listen. A trim or shoeing choice isn’t “right” unless the horse moves comfortably afterward. I focus on thoughtful, horse- specific decisions rather than cookie- cutter methods or pretty pictures. The horse is never wrong. Comfort, confidence in movement, and long-term soundness will always lead the work I do.
What Stone Hoof Care offers:
- Balanced, horse-specific barefoot trims
- Composite glue on shoe applications
- Hoof casting and other rehabilitation focused applications
- Diet and nutrition recommendations
- Hoof boot fitting
- Practical guidance
Hoof Care Service rates
Service Area A (within 1 hour of Downsville, NY)
Horses and Minis
Maintenance trim- $60
Rehab trim/Overdue trim $75
Composite Shoe Applications– pricing Varies by application type, materials used, and established service area rates. Please contact for current pricing.
Draft Crosses
Maintenance trim-$75
Rehab/Overdue trim-$90
Composite Shoe Applications– pricing Varies by application type, materials used, and established service area rates. Please contact for current pricing.
Draft Horses
- Maintenance Trim-$90
- Rehab/Overdue trim-$105
Draft Horses
- Maintenance Trim-$90
- Rehab/Overdue Trim-$105
Service Area B (1-2 hours from Downsville, NY)
Horses and Minis
- Maintenance Trim-$70
- Rehab/Overdue trim-$85
- –Composite Shoe Applications– pricing Varies by application type, materials used, and established service area rates. Please contact for current pricing.
Draft Crosses
- Maintenance trim-$85
- Rehab/Overdue trim-$100
- Composite Shoe Applications– pricing Varies by application type, materials used, and established service area rates. Please contact for current pricing.
Draft Horses
- Maintenance trim-$100
- Rehab/Overdue trim-$115
Outside service areas A and B? Send me a message- depending on the day and travel route I may still be able to fit you in!!
What to Expect from Stone Hoof Care
- I will always conduct myself with honesty and integrity
- Your horse will receive horse specific, whole hoof care, advice and support.
- You will receive a confirmation text the day before your appointment
- I will give you an estimated time (morning or afternoon) and, as my day unfolds, I will text updates when I have cell phone service.
- Your animal will be treated with patience and respect at all times.
- Any additional work, options, or fees will be discussed with you before I proceed.
- If working with your horse becomes unsafe for you, me, bystanders, or the horse, I will pause and discuss safe alternatives before continuing.
- Clear communication is important to me- you can always reach out with any questions or concerns
- If I feel an issue outside the scope of hoof care, I will recommend veterinary evaluation so your horse receives the appropriate level of support.
- I stay current with continuing education so I bring the most up to date evidence based of care to your horse.
How we work together
- Be open and honest
- Provide all relevant information needed to support your horse’s well being
- Commit to your horse’s well being
- Maintain a consistent trim schedule
- Closely follow my recommendations, especially regarding timing of the next trim, diet or nutritional adjustments, environment, and hoof protection
- Provide a safe, dry, and well lit work area
- Have your horse caught, reasonably clean, and ready to work
- Communicate promptly about scheduling changes