Reibel Hoof Care

05/06/2026

My trimming buddy today

31/05/2026

Such a brilliant few days of horses and hoof care. Thank you to all the organisers, presenters and fellow attendees!

And that’s a wrap on ACEHP 20th anniversary conference! Huge thank you to all the speakers, attendees and the sponsors who have made this event possible. It’s been a great pleasure.

29/05/2026

Amazing opportunity to be attending this event. So many amazing people here 😁

Celebrating 20 years of ACEHP!
The Alchemy of Hoof Care 🥳

22/05/2026

A nice simple look at the solar view of a hoof!

Here are the parts of the hoof from the solar view (underside).

Heel Bulb
The heel bulbs are found at the back of the hoof. They should appear large and symmetrical on both sides, aiding the hoof in absorbing concussion.

Heel Buttress
Along with the bars, the heel buttress (one laterally, one medially) helps to support the hoof and bear weight. The heel buttress should be wide and dense.

Bar
Along with the heel buttress, the bars (one laterally, one medially) helps to support the hoof and bear weight.

Seat of Corn
The seat of corn (one laterally, one medially) is the name for the area between the bars and hoof wall.

Frog
The frog is the triangular shaped structure that is vital to hoof health. The frog helps to provide cushion, increase circulation, traction and proprioception.

Central Sulcus
The central sulcus is the groove found at the center of the frog. This part of the hoof should be wide and shallow. A deep central sulcus is prone to disease.

Collateral Groove
The collateral groove (one laterally, one medially) is the structure that lies between the frog, bars and sole. These grooves, similar to the central sulcus should be shallow. If they are too deep, the collateral grooves will be prone to disease.

Sole
The sole makes up the majority of the hoof surface and is made of horn. Like the rest of the hoof, the sole is made of living tissue that will adapt its shape, thickness and texture to the environment.

Hoof Wall
Similar to the sole, the hoof wall is made of horn, although it is thicker and more rigid.

21/05/2026

So happy to be sponsoring this event!

If you have ever wanted to try western and ranch disciplines in a fun and supportive environment, then this is the place to do it. Entries for the Winter Solstice show close tomorrow, so check out Moore Park Equine for more info!!

09/05/2026

A great skill to learn!

🔍 Step 1 of mastering the digital pulse? Knowing the anatomy.

Before you can feel the pulse, you need to find the right spot.

Run your hand down the outside of your horse's leg, following the groove between the flexor tendons and suspensory ligament - the red dotted line in the image.

Keep following it down until you reach the fetlock.

Then, move your finger/thumb horizontally, side to side to feel for a structure that's like a taut guitar string sitting beneath the skin.

That's the neurovascular bundle, and within it sits the digital artery carrying blood to the hoof.

That's your target. Once you've found it, you're in exactly the right place.

Save this post and have a feel next time you're with your horse. Then come back and tell me in the comments: could you find it?

08/05/2026

It's 'Do It For Dolly Day'!!

No family should ever have to lose someone or have someone suffer as a result of bullying or cyber bullying.

May 8th is officially Do It For Dolly Day. Reibel Hoof Care is supporting today over the whole month of May, and I am pleased to say that so far we have raised $235. Amazing and I can't thank everyone enough!

To show your support, please check out our team page at the link below, find your nearest fundraising event today, or simply wear blue to support the Dolly's Dream campaign in their pursuit to end bullying.

"Speak even if your voice shakes"

I'm raising money for a cause close to my heart and would love your support.

29/04/2026

** ATTENTION FOLLOWERS **

I am sure many of you are familiar with the tragic story of 14yr old Dolly Everett who took her own life after an extended period of bullying. To honour her, Dolly's parents founded 'Dolly's Dream' to help educate young Australians on the impacts of bullying and cyber bullying.

Although I didn't know the Everett family, as a parent myself, the reach and devastating impacts of these behaviours scares me. Education is the key. So for the entire month of May, Reibel Hoof Care will be donating $5 from every trim conducted to Dolly's Dream so they can continue their amazing work reaching so many Australians through education and support programs and activities.

Check out our fundraising page at the link below and I will be making regular donations from my work throughout May!

I'm raising money for a cause close to my heart and would love your support.

24/04/2026

They shall grow not old,
As we that are left grow old

Age shall not weary them,
Not the years condemn

At the going down of the sun
and in the morning

We will remember them

Lest we forget

16/04/2026

Ever wondered how long it actually takes for a hoof to "start over"? 🐴💨

Hoof health isn’t just about the trim you see today, it’s a long-term investment. On average, a healthy horse grows about 6–10 mm of new wall every month.

That means if you’re dealing with a crack, a resection, or poor horn quality at the coronary band, you’re looking at a 9 to 12-month journey before that new growth reaches the ground.

Growth isn't just a clock, though. It’s influenced by:
✅ Nutrition (The building blocks)
✅ Movement (Stimulating blood flow)
✅ Environment (Moisture and terrain)
✅ Seasonal Changes (Nature’s rhythm)