Hoof balance describes how the shape and alignment of the hoof work with the internal structures of the foot and lower limb during standing and movement. This evidence-based guide explains static and dynamic balance, center of pressure, mediolateral and toe-to-heel loading, breakover, trimming, footing, and why a balanced hoof cannot be defined by perfect symmetry or one universal formula.

Does your horse stumble in lessons? Has your trainer told you to tell your farrier to “roll” or “rocker” the toes on your horse’s shoes? Does your horse still stumble? Can your farrier do anything to actually fix it? There are several reasons why a horse may stumble. Before attempting to mechanically “fix” the issue by making changes to your horse’s feet, you must identify the cause of the problem. The following is a comprehensive list of causes that should be considered befo