Hoof Brands Hoof Branding is a form of hot iron
branding and is not a permanent mark. The owner's
chosen information is branded onto the horse's hooves which is a
painless process.
The postal code is often used in Australia and Europe which helps
identify a horse to a specific area of the country. This
is a good method if identification for horse traders who do not
want a lasting mark and one that can be easily used for herd
control.
The problems with this seem obvious when you first hear about
this method. If the brand is left on too long there could be
damage to the hoof. It only takes seconds to brand the hoof.
Can you see the brand in mud? A little water will fix
that problem.
The continual hoof growth requires the
brand to be re-applied approximately every six months.
When done properly this can be a very useful identification
method. We would use it in conjunction with another
permanent method. This process is easily carried out by your farrier,
who knows his hooves, two or three times a year.
If you are interested in learning more contact Debi at stolenhorse@netposse.com
. Be sure to write Hoof Branding question in the subject
line.
Online Information
Hoof Branding makes its Mark!
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Excerpt from Why Mark Property? - Freeze-marking and hoof-branding - Freeze-marking for horses was introduced to Britain in 1978 and is
recognized by the police, the RSPCA and the British Horse Society as an effective way of securing the identify of horses. Hoof-branding is
recognized in the same way, but requires more maintenance. Both methods are regarded as safe and humane ways to property mark horses, but must be carried out by professionals.
http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/Home/CommunityServices/CommunitySafety/Watchlink/CrimePrevention/wlcpmarking.htm
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