Moscow, Moscow Region and neighbouring regions
Biomechanics of movement starts with the hoof
Professional hoof trimming.
Articles, research and practical recommendations for horse, pony and donkey owners.
Every job is tailored to the individual horse — its movement, living conditions and the owner's goals — not done from a template.
- Over 15 years of hands-on experience
- Routine, corrective and rehabilitation trimming
- Articles, books and practical materials
- On-site visits in Moscow, the Moscow Region and neighbouring areas
Choose the card that matches your situation
The site will adapt to your situation and show you the articles, books, recommendations and services that are most useful right now. You can always explore the full library of materials if you wish.
I want to care for my horse properly
My horse is in work
I am a professional
My horse has a problem
If your horse is tripping, lame, has hoof cracks or other movement issues — it is time to consult a specialist. Often the problem is visible not only in the shape of the hoof, but also in how the horse moves.
- Tripping — possible cause in the front part of the hoof, wall length or hoof angle
- Interfering (forging) — most often related to the hind limbs and balance
- Hoof cracks — require analysis of the cause, not just treating the symptom
- Laminitis — long-term support, monitoring and staged correction
- Hoof deformation — gradual work when growth is disrupted
- After an injury — recovery-period work in collaboration with a veterinarian
- Lameness — movement analysis to identify the source
- Not sure what's going on — we will start with diagnostics and observation
Book a trimming session — the first visit always includes a full diagnostic assessment and a discussion of the situation with the owner.
Book a trimming sessionI want to care for my horse properly
Proper hoof care is the foundation of a horse's health and quality of movement. Whether you are just starting out or want to systematise your knowledge, here you will find materials on how to recognise normality, when to call a specialist and how to choose the optimal trimming interval.
- First horse — where to start, what to look for
- How often to trim hooves — depends on growth rate, living conditions and workload
- When to call a specialist — don't wait for visible problems
- What is considered normal — shape, wall, sole, frog
- How to choose the trimming interval — individually for each horse
Browse the articles in the library or book a routine trimming session with a consultation.
Book a trimming sessionMy horse is in work
A working horse places increased demands on the hoof apparatus. Discipline, training intensity, footing quality — all of these affect the rate of hoof wear and growth.
- Dressage — precision and smoothness of movement require optimal balance
- Show jumping — jump loads, landing and take-off
- Working Equitation — manoeuvrability and work on different surfaces
- Endurance — prolonged loads, durability of hoof horn
- Riding school — uneven loads, varied footing
- Young horse — developing hoof apparatus
- Foal — first trims, establishing correct shape
- Senior horse — slowed growth, changes in horn structure
Book a trimming session and specify the discipline — this helps with preparation.
Book a trimming sessionI am a professional
If you work with horses professionally — as a farrier, veterinarian, trainer, groom or student — the HoofTrimmer library contains materials for in-depth study of movement biomechanics and hoof health.
- Farrier — collaboration when preparing the hoof for shoeing
- Veterinarian — joint work on pathologies
- Groom / stable manager — the link between ridden work and hoof shape
- Trainer / coach — the influence of discipline on limb condition
- Breeder — development of the hoof apparatus in youngstock
- Student — study materials and research
Get in touch for professional exchange or collaboration.
Get in touchA single trimming session does not always solve the problem
Sometimes it is more important to understand why the hoof shape has changed, how the load is distributed, what is happening with the horse's movement and which factors affect its condition.
That is why HoofTrimmer is not just trimming, but also an extensive library of practical materials.
Articles
Practical answers to questions from owners and professionals.
Learn moreBooks
Modern literature, translations, original materials and recommendations.
Learn moreCase studies
Real-world stories with photos, explanations and results.
Learn moreResearch
Current international publications on anatomy, biomechanics and hoof health.
Learn moreBefore and after
Photos of changes during regular trimming work.
Learn moreVectorial Hoof Correction School
An original system for analysing hoof shape and its connection with the horse's movement.
Learn moreA tool for maintaining hoof health
Trimming is not an end in itself, but a tool for maintaining hoof health and the quality of the horse's movement.
Every job begins with understanding the situation, not with a hoof knife.
Routine trimming
Maintaining the natural balance of the hoof and regular care.
Learn moreCorrective trimming
Gradual work with deformations, growth disorders and complex cases.
Learn moreAfter injuries
Recovery-period work in collaboration with the owner and, if needed, a veterinarian.
Learn moreAfter laminitis
Long-term support, monitoring of changes and staged correction.
Learn morePre-shoeing preparation
Preparing the hoof for further work together with your farrier.
Learn moreHoof reconstruction
Restoring damaged areas with modern materials.
Learn moreDuring the session, not only the hoof shape is evaluated
The horse's movement, age, discipline, living conditions, footing quality, history of previous trims, hoof growth rate and changes since the last visit are all taken into account. The work is built around the individual horse, not around a universal template.
- Horse's movement
- Age
- Discipline
- Living conditions
- Footing quality
- History of previous trims
- Hoof growth rate
- Changes since the last visit
Gradually building the largest Russian-language knowledge base on movement biomechanics and hoof health
Articles
Practical materials for owners and professionals.
Learn moreBooks
Curated literature and original publications.
Learn moreResearch
Current scientific publications and their practical application.
Learn moreQ&A
Analysis of the most common situations owners face.
Learn morePractical guides
Step-by-step recommendations for hoof care and monitoring.
Learn moreVectorial Hoof Correction School
Materials on the original method of hoof shape analysis and correction.
Learn moreOwners' stories
Stories from owners who have entrusted the hoof health of their horses to HoofTrimmer. Reviews from the website, photos of changes and links to independent platforms.
"Regular trimming has completely changed my horse's movement. The stiffness disappeared and the hooves look significantly better."
"We received not just a trimming, but also detailed explanations of why the problem arose and how to avoid it in the future."
Moscow and regions
On-site hoof trimming in Moscow, the Moscow Region and neighbouring regions.
Work is carried out at private yards, riding clubs, sports facilities, breeding farms and small farms.
About the HoofTrimmer project
Bringing together practice, education and science
HoofTrimmer combines practical hoof work, research, education and the publication of materials on equine movement biomechanics.
The practical work is carried out by Albert — a hoof trimming specialist with many years of experience working with horses of various breeds, disciplines and training levels.
Based on accumulated experience, an original system for analysing and correcting hoof shape is being developed — the Vectorial Hoof Correction School.
Book a trimming session
Briefly describe your horse:
- your location
- age
- breed
- how the horse is used
- what concerns you
- when the last trim was done
- whether you have photos of the hooves
The more detailed your first message, the faster we can assess the situation and suggest the most suitable approach.