Hoof Health Foundations

Hooves, while one of the most critical components of your horse’s health, are the last body part served by nutrition. This means that if your horse has any deficiency, their hooves will surely show it first.

Hooves that are dry, cracked, soft, chipped, or sensitive can all be signs of nutrient deficiency in horses. First and foremost, make sure your horse is not eating excess sugar or starches, which can negatively impact hoof health.

Next, you’ll want to supplement. While there are many deficiencies that can cause hoof imbalances, amino acids and minerals are the first place I like to look. Luckily, TruChia is an amino acid powerhouse, with plentiful doses of limiting amino acids. It also has biotin, and several other critical minerals for hoof health.

TruKelp is also a great source of trace minerals in a highly bioavailable, whole food form. Trace minerals are key to developing strong, resilient feet for our horses.

Finally, make sure you are working with a skilled farrier. Not all farriers are trained the same, and some will be more skilled with tricky feet than others. Do your homework and find one that is qualified to care for your horse’s specific challenges.