Covert Farrier Service

09/18/2025

As we approach the start of fall and the temperatures start to drop, here is some important information to know regarding fall laminitis.

Fall laminitis refers to cases of laminitis or founder that occur in the autumnal months. Although laminitis can happen in any season, anecdotally there seems to be an uptick in the number of cases in the fall.

Why could this be?

• As the days get shorter and colder, grasses have been shown to respond to this stress with higher sugar concentrations. Diets with higher simple sugar concentrations may increase the risk of laminitis.

• Decreases in exercise may cause increases in body condition. Fat or obese horses are at risk of developing laminitis.

• Horses naturally have increased levels of certain hormones in the fall. If you have a horse with PPID (previously referred to as equine Cushing’s), the increase in their cortisol levels could put them at risk for laminitis.

If you have questions concerning fall laminitis or are concerned that your equine companion may be at an increased risk, contact your equine veterinarian so that they can properly evaluate your unique situation.

Thank you to the Horse Owner Education Committee for providing this information.

08/02/2025

Friendly reminder Covert Farrier service will be out of town 8/2-8/10

12/26/2024

Hello just wanted to give an update. I hurt my wrist last week and I’m on the mend. For those I haven’t contacted yet your appointment should be fine to stay where it is. For those I contracted to reschedule last week and this week I’m starting to see where I can put people to get caught back up. However things are slow as my amazing wife is in the hospital about to give birth to our second child. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility during this time.

07/06/2024

Covert farrier service is headed out of town if you need to get a hold of me please still Message me but know I can’t get back to you until at least Friday next week.

02/17/2024

11/22/2023

This is why ringbone is such a horrible diagnosis.

We know a hoof rehabilitation farrier who began her in depth studies and apprenticeships because she lost her mare to ringbone from a lifetime of improper trim set ups in the hooves.

Ringbone is an issue that is mainly occurring because of a lack of knowledgeable hoof care.

While conformation, genetics, and the horse's daily use are also factors, how the horse's foot lands is super important to the long term soundness of the animal.

“Severe ringbone and side bone”
- JB Hoof Care

Now that we got your attention look for more on the subject of foot and leg health next week.

https://enlightenedequine.com/2012/05/15/hoof-angles-part-4/

10/27/2023

02/02/2023

Well Mr. Groundhog says 6 more weeks of winter. Although it’s beginning to feel like spring. That means it’s time to take care of your horses hooves. Still have a few opening in books. Contact me today to get on schedule on Facebook messenger or call or text (406)320-0966.