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    4. REGULAR SHOEING

    Locate a dependable and trustworthy farrier. A farrier is a craftsman that trims and shoes horses' hooves. Since all horses should be re-shod every six to eight weeks, you will get to know your farrier very well. If you are unsure what to look for, the following signs will tell you whether your horse needs new shoes: loose nails that push up from the hoof wall, a shoe that has fallen off completely, a hoof that has outgrown its shoe or a thin, twisted or loose shoe. The shape and health of your horses' hooves are important to the happiness and health of your horse. (Horses)