Tag: hoof care

Horses

The Summer Horse Takes a Beating on Long Circles, and the Sore Back You Ignore in June Puts Him in the Corral by August

Ranch horses carry the load through branding, gathering, and the long summer rides to the far country. A little attention to feet,…

Harry Ward · August 14, 2026

Horses

Keep the Saddle String Sound Through Summer, Because a Lame Horse in July Grounds the Whole Crew

Summer work is hard on ranch horses, and the wrecks that sideline them—sore backs, cracked feet, tying-up, dehydration—build up quietly. A little…

Harry Ward · July 30, 2026

Horses

Bring Your Saddle Horse Into Summer Legged-Up, Not Sorry

The long circles of June and July are hard on a horse that spent the winter standing around. A few things done…

Harry Ward · July 3, 2026

Horses

Keep the Good Horse Sound: Summer Care for the Ranch Geldings You Lean On

June through August is the hardest stretch on a working ranch horse. A little attention to feet, water, and saddle fit now…

Harry Ward · June 25, 2026