This group is dedicated to the care and welfare of barefoot horses, everywhere, all breeds. We specialize in hoof-related matters, although we discuss other subjects such as general physical problems, nutrition, lifestyle, maintenance, behavioral issues. This is a restricted and monitored list. Off-topic posts are discouraged, as are posts advocating invasive trimming methods; personal attacks against individuals are not tolerated. The objective is to share problems concerning our horses and to offer solutions. We encourage "newbies" as well as experienced horsepeople to join us. We "owners" are just caretakers who've assumed the responsibility for our equine friends, and those who join here take that responsibility seriously.

This week's photo: El Es Mio! ~ He's Mine! This is the 11 yr old Navajo mustang belonging to Starblackhorse. She says, "When Mio arrived here last March, he could barely walk on the rocks. Now he's right at home and completely confident!"

Last week's photo -- it was wonderful to see Cherokee, the Welsh Mountain Pony, and her favorite person, Bri!