Hoof Thrush, Cracks & Shoeing Myths — What Owners Get Wrong And Are Your Horse’s Feet Actually Healthy? Tom Dyson, Farrier Explains

Episode 32 – Hoof Health & Shoeing MythsIn Episode 32 of the Just Horse Riders Podcast, host Aaron Englander from Just Horse Riders sits down with Tom Dyson (registered farrier) and Grace Mowatt (apprentice farrier) for an honest, in-depth conversation about hoof care, shoeing myths, and what horse owners really need to know.This episode pulls back the curtain on farriery — from everyday hoof management to advanced shoeing decisions — answering the questions horse owners ask all the time but don’t always get clear answers to.🐎 In this episode, we cover: The three real reasons horses are shod: protection, correction, and grip Why bad-smelling hooves usually mean thrush (and when it becomes serious) Common hoof care mistakes owners make between farrier visits The truth about cracked hooves, weak feet, and genetics vs environment How often horses should see the farrier — and why timing matters Barefoot vs shod: when each approach is appropriate What farriers mean when they say a hoof needs “balance” Do hoof supplements and oils actually work, or is it just marketing? Early laminitis warning signs and when to call the vet immediately Why shoe loss happens — and when it’s a management issue, not a farrier issue The physical reality of farriery and why it’s a skilled, regulated professionThis episode is packed with real-world experience, practical advice, and myth-busting insights for horse owners at every level — whether you’re new to ownership or managing horses daily.🎧 Listen now to gain a better understanding of your horse’s feet — and how good hoof care supports long-term soundness and welfare.🔗 LinksWebsite: https://www.justhorseriders.co.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justhorseridersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/justhorseridersTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@justhorseridersofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JustHorseRidersOfficalSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sUBwfQNIG40hRgs8hXbKiHashtags:#justhorseriders #equestrianpodcast #justhorseriderspodcast #horsecare #farrierlife #hoofcare #horsehealth #horseowners #equestrianlife #horsemanship