>
> They are basically running around on the ice,
> putting on a "show". Ice nails are used in their
> shoes to stop them from slipping on the ice, which
> may not be so bad
> if the horses are walking on ice, but with running,
> the ice nails grab the
> ice and send a torque up the leg. This can cause
> hock damage and other
> problems, not so great for a breed that has a
> tendency towards spavin.
>
>
That sounds cruel.
Happy Southwestern Trails
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