Hoof Stands

Hoof Stands

Hoof stands are an essential tool for farriers. They help improve both safety and efficiency when working with your client's hooves and offer secure support for the horse hoof.

What Are The Benefits Of Using A Hoof Stand?

Hoof stands provide multiple benefits for both the farrier and the horse including:

Less Strain On Your Body

Because the horse is able to place their weight on the hoof stand, they will naturally place less weight on you. This is significantly better for your back and means you'll be able to shoe for longer.

Stable Support

The use of a hoof stand also negates the need to hold the horse's hoof between your knees therefore reducing the strain on your body and allows you to work comfortably.

Enhanced Comfort For The Horse

Speaking of comfort, hoof stands make the shoeing process far more comfortable for the horse as they're no longer having to hold their hoof up in the air. This often also leads to them being a more agreeable client, further enhancing your safety.

Easier Rasping

Many hoof stands, like those within the HoofHelper range, offer a post for the horse to place their front feet on, and a cradle for the rear hooves. This makes rasping a breeze as you've got easy access to all parts of the hoof. 

Improved Manoeuvrability

Because the horse is balancing on an object, rather than your body, you'll be able to move freely. This boosts efficiency and allows for enhanced precision when trimming and shoeing. 

 

What Kinds Of Hoof Stands Are Available?

Mustad Australia are proud stockists of the HoofHelper range of hoof stands. Designed for optimal horse comfort and enhanced versatility for the farrier, each HoofHelper Hoof Stand features a hind hoof cradle for secure support and a front hoof post for effortless rasping. 

Their range also includes a collection of hoof stand accessories to make your job easier and safer, with all products focused on creating a better experience for both horse and farrier.

Additionally, the HoofHelper collection of hoof stands is available in a variety of colours (with the black option offering added sustainability benefits as it is manufactured from recycled materials), so you can colour code job types, or simply select an option that best suits your style.

 

Select your preferred colour and accessories above to upgrade your toolkit with the Hoofhelper Hoof Stand and feel the difference in performance and ease.