METAL ALLOYS COMPOSED PRINCIPALLY OF COPPER AND HORSESHOES MADE WITH SAID ALLOYS

The present invention provides metal alloys that comprise at least copper, zinc and aluminium and, in addition, include manganese and iron, for the production of horseshoes that have bactericidal and fungicidal properties, impeding the proliferation of bacteria and fungi specific to equines and mitigating the effects of vibration on equine joints, absorbing impacts known as “absolute shock”.metal alloys composed principally of copper and horseshoes made with said alloys 136-. (canceled)37. Copper alloy horseshoe CHARACTERIZED in that it consists of 78.5% to 88.5% of copper , from 10% to 20% of zinc , from 0.25% to 1.75% of aluminum , from 0.05% to 0.45% of manganese , and from 0.05% to 0.45% of iron , which enables the manufacture of a moldable horseshoe at a lower melting point than iron , steel , bronze and pure copper , with bactericidal and fungicidal properties that prevent the spread of bacteria and fungi , and mitigating the effects of vibration on the joints of equines.38. The copper alloy horseshoe described in claim 37 , CHARACTERIZED in that its copper content is 83.5%.39. The copper alloy horseshoe described in claim 37 , CHARACTERIZED in that its zinc content is 15%.40. The copper alloy horseshoe described in claim 37 , CHARACTERIZED in that its aluminum content is 1%.41. The copper alloy horseshoe described in claim 37 , CHARACTERIZED in that its manganese content is 0.25%.42. The copper alloy horseshoe described in claim 37 , CHARACTERIZED in that its iron content is 0.25%.43. Copper alloy horseshoe CHARACTERIZED in that it consists of 78% to 88% of copper claim 37 , from 12% to 18% of zinc claim 37 , from 0.25% to 1.75% of aluminum claim 37 , and from 0.75% to 1.25% of manganese claim 37 , which enables the manufacture of a moldable horseshoe at a lower melting point than iron claim 37 , steel claim 37 , bronze and pure copper claim 37 , with bactericidal and fungicidal properties that prevent the spread of bacteria and fungi claim 37 , and ...

Removable Insert for a Horseshoe

A horseshoe connected to a hoof of a horse for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse. The horseshoe includes an insert removably connected to the horseshoe. The insert may be positioned within a recess located on the bottom surface of the horseshoe. The insert may have a toe grab for providing traction. A related method of inserting a toe grab to a horseshoe without removing the horseshoe from a horse. 1. A horseshoe connected to a hoof of a horse adaptable for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse , comprising:an insert removably connected to the horseshoe.2. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , further including a recess.3. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the insert is positionable within the recess.4. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein said horseshoe is substantially U-shaped.5. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , further including at least one opening corresponding to at least another opening in the insert.6. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , further including at least one fastener for removably connecting the insert to the horseshoe.7. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the insert has a toe grab.8. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the insert is substantially flush with the bottom surface of the horseshoe.9. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the horseshoe and the insert are made from a same material.10. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the horseshoe and the insert are made from a different material.11. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , further including a raised boss.12. The horseshoe according to claim 11 , wherein the insert has a recessed boss.13. The horseshoe according to claim 12 , wherein the raised boss and the recessed boss are configured such that they engage when the insert is removably connected to the horseshoe.14. In a horseshoe including a plate for attaching to a hoof of a horse claim 12 , the improvement ...

Therepeutic Support Horseshoe

A therapeutic support horseshoe includes a resilient, flexile moldable material formed in a U shape with an anterior segment from which opposing first and second side segments continuously extend to opposing caudal ends separated as an open heel and a pliable, metal rod-like reinforcer embedded in the flexile moldable material between opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces, the reinforcer extending from one caudal end, through the anterior segment, to the other caudal end of the horseshoe. The horseshoe so formed includes an inner side surface and an outer side surface between the opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces a slot formed in the inner side surface, approximately halfway between the opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces, and extending from the one caudal end to the other caudal end. 1. A therapeutic support horseshoe comprising:a resilient, flexile moldable material formed in a U shape with an anterior segment from which opposing first and second side segments continuously extend to opposing caudal ends separated as an open heel; anda pliable, metal rod-like reinforcer embedded in the flexile moldable material between opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces, the reinforcer extending from one caudal end, through the anterior segment, to the other caudal end of the horseshoe;wherein the horseshoe so formed includes an inner side surface and an outer side surface between the opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces; andwherein the horseshoe so formed includes a slot formed in the inner side surface, approximately halfway between the opposing hoof-contacting and ground-contacting surfaces, and extending from the one caudal end to the other caudal end.2. The therapeutic support horseshoe as defined in claim 1 , wherein the slot is cut into the side surface.3. The therapeutic support horseshoe as defined in claim 1 , wherein the slot is substantially rectangular.4. The therapeutic ...

EQUINE BONY COLUMN AND TISSUE SUPPORT WITH UNIFORM LOAD DISTRIBUTION TO ALL HOOF STRUCTURES AND A METHOD FOR USING THE SAME

An equine bony column and tissue support is configured to prevent or treat lameness in a hoof of a horse where the lameness is based on a bony column dysfunction or instability. The equine bony column and tissue support includes a hoof bridge which includes a composition of matter with a hardness between Shore A Durometer of 85 and a Rockwell K of 150 bonded to the hoof. The composition of matter provides central loading support that redistributes weight from a perimeter of an outer hoof horn to the bony column and bony tissue to stabilize and realigns the bony column. 1. An equine bony column and tissue support configured to prevent or treat lameness in a hoof of a horse , where the lameness is based on a bony column dysfunction or instability;the equine bony column and tissue support comprising:a hoof bridge comprising of a composition of matter with a hardness between Shore A Durometer of 85 and a Rockwell K of 150 bonded to the hoof;wherein the composition of matter provides central loading support that redistributes weight from a perimeter of an outer hoof horn to the equine bony column and bony tissue to stabilize and realigns the equine bony column.2. The equine bony column and tissue support of claim 1 , wherein the hoof bridge is applied evenly to a full application area.3. The equine bony column and tissue support of claim 1 , wherein the hoof bridge is applied in a stacked configuration at various thicknesses across a toe application area claim 1 , a left quarter application area claim 1 , a right quarter application area and a frog application area.4. The equine bony column and tissue support of claim 1 , wherein the composition of matter comprises a methacrylic acid claim 1 , a methyl methacrylate monomer claim 1 , a chlorosulfonated polyethylene and a carbon tetrachloride that is self leveling.5. A process for preventing or treating lameness and increasing performance in a horse that stabilizes claim 1 , regulates and aligns an equine bony column by ...

Flexible Glue-on Shoe for Horses, with Unique Tightening Mechanism and Pump Effect in the Sole

A shoe has a flexible elastic sole and a vamp for fixing the sole to the foot of an animal. The flexible elastic sole has a through-hole in a bottom part thereof for allowing air to be pushed out from an interior space of the shoe when a middle part of the sole is pressed towards the foot. The interior space is defined by a space in between the foot and said sole, and allows air to be sucked in from an exterior of the shoe when the middle part of the sole moves away from the foot under elastic forces acting on the sole. 1. A shoe for a foot of an animal , wherein the shoe comprises a flexible elastic sole and a vamp connected to the sole for fixing said sole to the foot of said animal , wherein the vamp is configured for being glued with glue to the foot of the animal , wherein said flexible elastic sole is provided with a through-hole in a bottom part thereof for allowing , in operational use of the shoe , air to be pushed out from an interior space of the shoe when a middle part of the sole is pressed towards the foot , wherein the interior space is defined by a space in between the foot and said sole , and for allowing , in operational use of the shoe , air to be sucked in from an exterior of the shoe when the middle part of the sole moves away from the foot under elastic forces acting on the sole.2. The shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the sole is provided with at least two through-holes in said bottom part claim 1 , wherein said through-holes are distributed over said middle part of the bottom part.3. The shoe according to claim 1 , wherein the vamp is configured for holding said foot of said animal and is provided with a tightening means enabling the shoe to stay on the foot even when lifted or moved by the animal prior to full curing of said glue.4. The shoe according to claim 3 , wherein said vamp comprises at least two eyelet tabs and a tongue.5. The shoe according to claim 4 , wherein the vamp comprises a tightening device selected from a group ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A HORSESHOE, AND HORSESHOE

Disclosed is a method for producing a customized horseshoe (), the shoe being designed to fit the form of a hoof of a specific horse for which it has been produced, the shoe including a metal part () which is at least partially visible. At least a portion of the outer surface of the metal part is treated in order to color same, the treatment including an anodization step and a coloring step, or the application of a decorative coating. 1. Method for producing a customised horseshoe , said shoe being designed to fit the form of a hoof of a specific horse for which it has been produced , said shoe comprising a metal part that is at least partially apparent , wherein said method comprises a step of finishing consisting in a treatment of at least one portion of the outer surface of said metal part in order to colour the latter , said treatment comprising a step of anodising and a step of colouring , or the application of a decorative coating.2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein applying a decorative coating claim 1 , a prior step is carried out of preparing at least said portion of outer surface claim 1 , consisting in the formation of a priming coat in order to cause a mutual mechanical catching of said coating and of said at least one portion of surface.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein depositing a wear-resistant decorative coating claim 1 , a precious metal is chosen from the group comprising Gold claim 1 , Silver claim 1 , Platinum claim 1 , Palladium claim 1 , Rhodium claim 1 , Iridium claim 1 , Osmium claim 1 , Rhenium claim 1 , Ruthenium and/or an alloy of one of these metals with one or several other metals.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the colouration of said metal part is obtained by a method chosen from the group of methods comprising a colouration via adsorption claim 1 , an electrolytic colouration and a colouration via interference claim 1 , then the exposure of said metal part to a cold sealing method and/or a hot sealing method.5. ...

IMPROVEMENTS IN AND RELATING TO HORSESHOES

A horseshoe () comprising a relatively rigid insert () operatively connected to a sole (), the relatively rigid () insert typically being made of metal and being generally U-shaped with a front, central portion and a pair of spaced-apart branches extending from opposite ends of the central portion. The sole (), in certain embodiments, is overmoulded onto the insert () and forms a “frog” for protecting the sole of a hoof and through which loads can be transmitted to a walking surface. The sole () comprises central portion having a generally W-shaped lateral cross-section () comprising an apex () and a valley () interposed between the apex () and each of the branches. Thus, when a load () is applied to the sole () of the shoe () from above, the apex () of the W-cross-sectioned portion () of the sole () is depressed, and this deflection spreads the sole () such that it exerts a radially outward force onto the branches of the metal insert (), thus widening the shoe (). This expansion corresponds substantially to the natural expansion of an un-shod hoof under load. The shoe () may additionally have a crease () comprising a plurality of radially inwardly and radially outwardly displaced notches for positioning nail heads at different radial and circumferential positions. The sole () may further comprise a glue/cushioning retaining lip (). 1. A horseshoe comprising a relatively rigid insert operatively connected to a sole , the relatively rigid insert being generally U-shaped and comprising a front , central portion and a pair of spaced-apart branches extending from opposite ends of the central portion , the sole comprising an undulating central portion extending between the branches , the undulating central portion comprising a generally W-shaped lateral cross-section comprising an apex and a valley interposed between the apex and each of the branches , whereby , in use , flattening of the undulating portion causes the central portion to exert a spreading force to the ...

Horseshoe and Fastening Mechanism, and Method of Use Thereof

The present invention relates to a horseshoe assembly including a horseshoe, a fastening mechanism and a flowable shock absorber, the horseshoe defining at least one channel on a hoof engaging face of the horseshoe and at least one injection port on the ground engaging face of the horseshoe, and a method of using the horseshoe assembly. 120-. (canceled)21. A horseshoe attachable to a hoof of a horse and adapted to allow lateral flexing and widening of the hoof , the horseshoe comprising:a hoof engaging face and a ground engaging face, wherein the horseshoe is formed from a rubber or plastic material.22. The horseshoe of claim 21 , wherein the hoof engaging face and the ground engaging face are substantially U-shaped.23. The horseshoe of claim 21 , wherein the horseshoe is formed from polyurethane.24. The horseshoe of claim 21 , wherein the horseshoe comprises between 4 and 12 apertures extending through the ground engaging face and the hoof engaging face claim 21 , said apertures located near to an outer edge of the horseshoe.25. The horseshoe of claim 24 , wherein the openings of the apertures on the ground engaging face are located in at least one channel that extends in an arc along the ground engaging face claim 24 , wherein the channel has a depth of between 1 and 10 mm.26. The horseshoe of claim 21 , wherein the hoof engaging face comprises at least three raised outer rim or edge portions configured to abut against an upper hoof surface and facilitate in the fitting and positioning of the horseshoe on a hoof.27. The horseshoe of claim 26 , wherein two of the three portions are positioned to abut against the upper hoof surface towards a heel from a quarter portion of the hoof.28. The horseshoe of claim 21 , wherein the hoof engaging face comprises at least one channel to facilitate in the distribution of a chemical fastener and/or a flowable shock absorber between the hoof and the horseshoe claim 21 , and at least at least one injection port accessible from the ...

Horseshoe having retaining clips and protective plastic caps on the clips

A horseshoe that has vertical metallic retaining-clips to deter dislodging of the horseshoe after installation uses a safety feature: a protective safety cap to cover the open end of each retaining-clip. The safety cap comprises a sheath that is tightly fastened to the corresponding retaining clip. The safety cap has an extended inside axial length that is longer than the vertical height of its corresponding retaining-clip whereby, if a dislodged or uninstalled horseshoe having the retaining-clips is stepped on by a horse-hoof, the extended axial length of the cap folds on itself and prevents the vertical retaining-clip from causing a penetrating injury to the hoof-underside. The safety cap could be closed at its top or open fully/partly and comprises plastic material that is flexible but tough. Preferably the safety cap is fastened to the corresponding retaining clip by riveting. Alternatively, the safety cap may be glued to the retaining clip. 1. A horseshoe with a front region and an open back end , said horseshoe having at least two spaced vertically oriented metallic retaining-clips projecting vertically upwards from a horseshoe-side substantially in said front region of the horseshoe , said retaining-clips being meant for deterring unintended dislodging of an installed horseshoe , each said metallic retaining-clip having a known first vertical length , the horseshoe being characterized in that each said metallic retaining-clip includes a protective cap in the form of a flexible and tough sheath disposed fastened to and tightly covering said metallic retaining-clip , said sheath having an inside axial length longer than said known first vertical length thus causing a vertical space/gap and a predetermined protruding overhang-length of said protective cap above a top-tip of each said metallic retaining-clip , whereby , if an uninstalled or dislodged horseshoe including said protective caps is stepped on by a horse hoof , said predetermined protruding overhang- ...

HOOF TAP DEVICE

A hoof tap device () including: a tap bridge () providing a back edge (); and one or more, e.g. a plurality of, tap posts () extending from the tap bridge, in a direction away from the back edge, wherein the tap bridge is dimensioned and adapted to protrude from a portion of a horse hoof wall. 1. A hoof tap device including: a tap bridge providing a back edge; and one or more tap posts extending from the tap bridge in a direction away from the back edge , wherein the tap bridge is dimensioned and adapted to protrude from a portion of an animal's hoof.2. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , wherein the tap post(s) extend transversely from the tap bridge and/or extend from an edge of the tap bridge opposite the back edge.3. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , wherein the or each tap post has a piercing tip disposed at or near a distal end.4. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , comprising at least one tap tooth disposed extending from the tap bridge in a direction away from the back edge.5. The hoof tap device according to comprising claim 1 , or consisting essentially of claim 1 , a metal claim 1 , a polymer claim 1 , a composite or a ceramic.6. The hoof tap device according to claim 5 , wherein the metal includes a stainless steel claim 5 , a zinc-coated steel claim 5 , a galvanised steel claim 5 , a spring steel claim 5 , titanium or a nickel alloy.7. The hoof tap device according to comprising up to 20 tap posts.8. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , comprising a plurality of tap posts claim 1 , wherein the tap posts are spaced at regular or irregular intervals along the tap bridge.9. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , wherein the hoof tap device or a portion thereof is treated with an antimicrobial agent and/or an antibacterial agent.10. The hoof tap device according to claim 1 , wherein the hoof tap device is provided with a chip operable to monitor data.11. The hoof tap device according to claim 15 , wherein the chip is ...

Method for Forming Custom Horse Hoof Boot

A novel horse hoof boot is provided with a method of forming the same. The boot includes two separate elements, the first configured in part to support the horse's hoof inside the boundary of the hoof wall and the second wrapping around the outside of the hoof to provide stability. The method enables custom forming of a boot to a particular horse's hoof by forming a three-dimensional rigid hoof model which guides formation of the boot components. 1. A method of forming a custom boot for a horse hoof , comprising:identifying a horse hoof;forming a rigid three-dimensional model of the horse hoof;replicating the model by creating data that defines the geometry of the model;applying the data to form multiple boot elements; andcombining the multiple boot elements to form a custom boot fitting the hoof.2. A method claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein:the step of forming a model comprises forming a female mold of the hoof, andforming, within the mold, a replica of the hoof.3. A method claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein:the step of replicating the model comprises optically scanning the replica andcreating digital data defining the model geometry.4. A method claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein: 'creating element data defining one or more boot body elements that fit the model and directing the element data to a three-dimensional printer and operating the printer.', 'the step of applying the data to form multiple boot elements comprises5. A method of forming a custom boot for a horse hoof claim 1 , comprising:identifying a horse hoof with a hoof wall and hoof sole;forming a replica of the hoof;forming a flexible boot sole that conforms to the shape of the replica hoof sole;forming a unitary boot body configured to surround the replica hoof wall;combining the boot body and boot sole in a configuration securable on the horse hoof.6. A method claim 5 , according to claim 5 , and wherein:the step of forming a unitary boot body further comprises forming a boot body ...

HOOF SHOE OR HOOF SHOE INSERT FOR RELIEVING THE PRESSURE ON THE TOES OF A HOOFED ANIMAL

A hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert for a hoofed animal. An object is to relieve the pressure on the foot of a hoofed animal, in particular of a horse, on a hard ground surface. This may be achieved by a foamed plastics cushion which is arranged between the hoof of the animal and the ground surface and which is composed of a closed-cell plastics foam having a thermoplastic or elastomeric matrix with a density of between 100 and 400 all and which, at 50% compression, has a compressive stress of 150-280 kPa. 1. A hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert for relieving the pressure on the foot of a hoofed animal on a hard underlying surface , at least comprising a foamed plastics cushion , which is arranged between the hoof of the animal and the underlying surface , whereinthe plastics cushion is formed of a closed-cell plastics foam having a thermoplastic or elastomeric matrix of a density between 100 and 400 g/l,wherein the plastics cushion has a compressive stress of 150-280 kPa at 50% compression.2. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe closed-cell plastics foam is in the form of particle foam with bead sizes of 1.5 mm to 10 mm.3. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe plastics cushion is designed to be multicompressible and has a spontaneous recovery from a 50% compression to at least 95% of the initial thickness.4. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe plastics cushion achieves a return to a relaxed, approximately full initial thickness from a 50% compression after 30 to 75 minutes.5. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe plastics cushion consists of an expanded thermoplastic polyurethane, polyacrylic or polyolefin.6. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe material of the plastics cushion has a low modulus of elasticity of 1 to 100 MPa at 20° C.7. The hoof shoe or hoof shoe insert as claimed in claim 1 , whereinthe plastics ...

Dividable horseshoes

Horseshoe comprising two legs connected by a bridge (3), characterized the bridge (3) comprises physical markers (1, 2) provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface (5) and a ground surface (4), wherein said physical markers (I, 2) function as a guide for cutting through the bridge (3) of the horseshoe.

HORSE SHOE

A horse shoe is configured to aid in preventing stone bruise. The horse shoe includes a top side that is flat around an outer perimeter and has a concave portion which slopes inward wherein the outer perimeter can permit a nail to enter a hoof at an angle. A bottom side is connected to the top side through the front portion. Nail channels and traction bars formed into the bottom side. 1. A horse shoe configured to aid in preventing stone bruise , the horse shoe comprisinga top side is flat around an outer perimeter and comprises a concave portion which slopes inward wherein the outer perimeter can permit a nail to enter a hoof at an angle;a bottom side connected to the top side through the front portion; andnail channels and traction bars formed into the bottom side;wherein the traction bars possess a self-cleaning traction feature that forces dirt and debris from the traction bars enabling the horse shoe to gain traction and avoid excessive slipping.2. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the front portion is angled at 60 degrees.3. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the channels further comprisea right side central channel which is joined to a plurality of right side connecting channels; anda left side central channel which is joined to a plurality of left side connecting channels.4. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the channels further comprisea right side central channel which is joined to a plurality of right side connecting channels; wherein the plurality of right side connecting channels extend from inside and outside of the right side central channel; anda left side central channel which is joined to a plurality of left side connecting channels; wherein the plurality of left side connecting channels extend from inside and outside of the right side central channel. The embodiments herein relate generally to animal husbandry. In particular, embodiments of the disclosed invention relate to horse shoes.As used in this application, “foot” refers to the hoof ...

Horseshoe Assembly And A Method Of Mounting The Same Onto A Horse Hoof

A core for a horseshoe assembly, which is directly mounted beneath a surface of a horse hoof is disclosed. The horseshoe assembly includes a center piece, a solid single first side arm piece and a second solid single side arm piece, wherein the center piece is free from through slots or through holes for nailing to the bottom surface of the horse hoof, and the solid single first side arm piece and the solid single second side arm piece each comprises respective through slots or through holes for optional nailing of nails to the bottom surface of the horse hoof, and the solid single first side arm piece and the solid single second side arm piece are each pivotally coupled to the center piece through a first pivoting region with a first hinge and a second pivoting region with a second hinge. 1. A core for a horseshoe assembly , which is directly mounted beneath a surface of a horse hoof , the core comprises:a center piece, a solid single first side arm piece and a second solid single side arm piece, wherein the center piece is free from through slots or through holes for nailing to the bottom surface of the horse hoof, andthe solid single first side arm piece and the solid single second side arm piece each comprises respective through slots or through holes for optional nailing of nails to the bottom surface of the horse hoof, and the solid single first side arm piece and the solid single second side arm piece are each pivotally coupled to the center piece through a first pivoting region with a first hinge and a second pivoting region with a second hinge, respectively, wherein the first hinge and the second hinge enable the solid single first side arm piece and the solid single second side arm piece to both pivot towards each other and pivot away from each other, respectively.2. The core of claim 1 , whereinthe first pivoting region comprises a first hinge spring inserted between the first solid single side arm piece and the center piece, and the second pivoting ...

METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF HORSESHOES

Horseshoe comprising two legs connected by a bridge (), characterized the bridge () comprises physical markers () provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface () and a ground surface (), wherein said physical markers () function as a guide for cutting through the bridge () of the horseshoe. 121-. (canceled)22. A shoe configured to be attached to a hoof of an ungulate , the shoe comprising:a support surface facing the hoof when attached directly thereto;an exposed ground-facing surface facing a ground surface when the support surface is attached to the hoof;two legs, each of the two legs having a plurality of holes arranged in a recess on the ground-facing surface; anda bridge between the two legs and connecting the two legs, the bridge having a first groove on the support surface and a second groove directly opposite the first groove on the ground-facing surface, the bridge further having two free sides,each of the first groove and the second groove extending across the bridge from an outer circumference of the bridge to an inner circumference of the bridge between the two free sides thereof such that the bridge has a reduced thickness between the first and second grooves,the first groove and the second groove being in a center of the bridge, the first groove having an initial depth,the shoe having a first configuration in which the shoe is a single unitary piece having the first and the second grooves,the shoe having an intermediate configuration in which the shoe is unattached to the hoof, the first groove having a depth that is deeper than the initial depth,the shoe having a final configuration in which a gap is present in the bridge at the location of the first groove and the second groove, forming two halves to permit lateral and medial movement of the shoe while attached to the hoof, andthe shoe being composed of a material including a metal or a polymer or a combination thereof.23. The shoe of claim 22 , wherein the depth of the first ...

THERAPEUTIC HORSESHOE AND METHOD OF USE

A therapeutic horseshoe may be a unitary body having opposed upper and lower surfaces. The lower surface may be curved, such that the horseshoe is thicker in the middle and heel portions thereof and thinner at the inner and outer sides and, in some embodiments, the toe portions thereof, which allows a horse with navicular syndrome to easily roll the hoof laterally and medially, and, in some embodiments, breakover the hoof sooner in the gait, to obtain comfort and pain relief, promoting increased blood flow and healing. At least one tab may be removably attached at various locations to the lower surface for customizing points of pressure to the hoof as well as customizing restriction of lateral and/or medial rolling of the hoof. A method of using a therapeutic horseshoe is also disclosed. 1. A therapeutic horseshoe , comprising: [ the upper surface is configured to engage a bottom of a hoof of a horse;', 'the lower surface is flat from a heel end thereof to a breakover point between a center portion thereof and a toe end thereof, the toe end being disposed opposite the heel end; and', 'the lower surface is curved convexly from an inner edge to an opposed outer edge;, 'opposed upper and lower surfaces, wherein'}, 'wherein the contour of the upper surface is rounded along the inner edge, the toe end, and the outer edge, corresponding to a shape of the hoof., 'a main body of unitary construction of nondeformable material, the main body comprising2. The therapeutic horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the lower surface is curved convexly from the toe end to the breakover point between the center portion thereof and the toe end.3. The therapeutic horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the contour of the upper surface along the heel end is flat from the inner edge to the outer edge.4. The therapeutic horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the lower surface comprises a plurality of grooves proximate the inner edge and the outer edge for indicating locations for nailing the horseshoe to the hoof. ...

METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF HORSESHOES

Horseshoe comprising two legs connected by a bridge (), characterized the bridge () comprises physical markers () provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface () and a ground surface (), wherein said physical markers (I, ) function as a guide for cutting through the bridge () of the horseshoe. 1. Horseshoe comprising two legs connected by a bridge , characterized in that the bridge comprises physical markers provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface and a ground surface , wherein said physical markers function as a guide for cutting through the bridge of the horseshoe.2. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the physical markers comprises a groove or a line.3. Horseshoe according to claim 2 , wherein the groove extends over the entire width of the concerning bridge surface from an outer circumference of the bridge to an inner circumference of the bridge.4. Horseshoe according to claim 2 , wherein the groove applied on the ground surface of the horseshoe and has a depth of preferably about 60% of the thickness of the bridge of the horseshoe.5. Horseshoe according to claim 2 , wherein the groove is applied on the support surface of the horseshoe and has a depth of preferably about 15% of the thickness of the bridge of the horseshoe.6. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , manufactured of a material chosen from the group comprising: metal claim 1 , steel claim 1 , aluminum claim 1 , titanium claim 1 , cupper claim 1 , plastic or an admixture thereof.7. Method of application of a horseshoe as identified in claim 1 , the method comprising the steps of:a. Fitting the horseshoe to a hoof and potentially adapting the horseshoe shape to the concerning hoof;b. Attaching the horseshoe to the hoof;c. Dividing the horseshoe in two parts by cutting through or sawing through the bridge along the physical marker in the ground surface of the horseshoe.8. The method according to comprising the additional step a′) of making a ...

REMOVABLE INSERT FOR A HORSESHOE

A substantially u-shaped horseshoe connected to a hoof of a horse adaptable for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse. The horseshoe has a cavity formed within a center of the closed portion of the u-shaped horseshoe. The horseshoe further has a removable insert having a toe grab configured to be positioned within the cavity. 1. A substantially u-shaped horseshoe connected to a hoof of a horse adaptable for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse , comprising:a cavity formed within a center of the closed portion of the substantially u-shaped horseshoe; anda removable insert having a toe grab configured to be positioned within the cavity.2. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein one of the cavity and the removable insert has a raised boss.3. The horseshoe according to claim 2 , wherein the other one of the cavity and the removable insert has a recessed boss.4. The horseshoe according to claim 3 , wherein the raised boss and the recessed boss mate to provide lateral strength perpendicular to the horse's weight in the same direction as gravity and to prevent the insert from sliding.5. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the horseshoe is made from aluminum.6. The horseshoe according to claim 5 , wherein the removable insert is made from steel.7. The horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the toe grab is selected from one of a plurality of different heights.8. A horseshoe having a toe portion and a heel portion for connecting to a hoof of a horse adaptable for use on different surfaces without removing the horseshoe from the horse claim 1 , comprising:a plate having a recessed cavity in a center of the toe portion, said recessed cavity having a center hole;an interchangeable insert having a toe grab positioned on a top surface of the insert and a stud positioned on a bottom surface of the insert, wherein the stud of the interchangeable insert is positioned within the center hole of the ...

SHOE FOR HORSES, IN PARTICULAR FOR RACEHORSES

A horseshoe for horses, in particular for racehorses when taking part in competitions. The horseshoe is produced from thermoplastic polymer material or from fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material. The thermoplastic polymer material is selected from thermoplastic polycarbonates or fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polycarbonates. The horseshoe may be constructed from a core of fiber-reinforced plastic material, which is sheathed in a functional layer made of plastic. The core may also be formed from a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material, such as a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic, and the functional layer may be formed from a thermoplastic polycarbonate material or a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polycarbonate material, such as a thermoplastic or a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic. The horseshoe may be produced by thermoplastic injection molding methods. 130-. (canceled)31. A horseshoe for horses , comprising: 'at least one thermoplastic polycarbonate.', 'at least one thermoplastic polymer material, the thermoplastic polymer material including'}32. The horseshoe of claim 31 , further comprising a core around which a functional layer is formed claim 31 , wherein the functional layer is formed substantially from a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polycarbonate.33. The horseshoe of claim 32 , wherein the core is formed substantially from a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material.34. The horseshoe of claim 33 , wherein the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material of the core is selected from the group consisting of thermoplastic polycarbonates.35. The horseshoe of claim 33 , wherein the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material of the core comprises fibers selected from the group consisting of carbon fibers claim 33 , glass fibers claim 33 , polymer fibers or combinations thereof.36. The horseshoe of claim 33 , wherein the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer material of the core comprises long fibers or endless fibers.37. The ...

OPTIONALLY GLUED-ON OR NAILED-ON HORSE SHOE

A horse shoe has an upper with independent side walls that conform to the shape of the hoof. The upper includes a toe clip, two side tabs in the front half and two side walls in the rear half of the shoe, preferably all integral with a polymeric horseshoe with heel portions defining a gap. A cantilevered resilient bridge connects the heel portions, thus providing a spring-like structure tying the heel portions together. The top surface of the horseshoe has a grid of interconnected recesses and the upper has lateral perforations adapted to receive glue material. The shoe is fitted to the hoof by lining the surfaces of the upper and the horseshoe with glue and holding the shoe in place while the glue hardens, thereby securing the shoe to the hoof. Alternatively, the shoe is nailed on the hoof like a conventional horseshoe after removing the side walls. 1. A horse shoe for alternative glued-on or nailed-on installation comprising:a horseshoe with heel portions defining a gap, a top surface of the horseshoe including a grid of recesses for receiving an adhesive material and a bottom surface thereof including a plurality of notches suitable for driving a nail therethrough;an upper with two side walls attached to a rear lateral periphery of the horseshoe and folded inward to butt against a hoof of a horse wearing the shoe;a toe clip attached to a front end of the horseshoe; anda bridge connecting the heel portions of the horseshoe;wherein the bridge is a resilient structure cantilevered inward from said heel portions of the horseshoe so as to urge closure of said gap when the horseshoe is expanded during fitting of the shoe.2. The horse shoe of claim 1 , further including a lateral tab attached to each side of a front lateral periphery of the horseshoe claim 1 , said tab extending no more than ¾ of an inch above the top surface of the horseshoe.3. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein said side walls contain lateral perforations.4. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein said ...

GLUED-ON HORSE BOOT WITH FROG SUPPORT

A horse boot has an upper that includes substantially independent side walls that may be flexed inward or outward as needed to conform to the shape of the hoof to which the boot is fitted. The upper has no front portion and is preferably integral with a polymeric horseshoe with free heel ends defining a gap. A cantilevered resilient frog support connects the heel ends of the horseshoe, thus providing a spring-like structure tying the heel ends together. The interior surface of the horseshoe has a grid of interconnected recesses and the upper has lateral perforations adapted to receive glue material. The boot is fitted to the hoof by lining the surfaces of the upper and the horseshoe with glue and holding the boot in place while the glue hardens, thereby securing the boot to the hoof. The entire fitting process may be carried out in a few minutes and the boot remains in place essentially without maintenance. 1. A glued-on horse boot comprising:a horseshoe with heel portions defining gap, a top surface of the horseshoe containing a grid of recesses for receiving an adhesive material;an upper with two side walls attached to an outer periphery of the horseshoe and folded inward to butt against a hoof of a horse wearing the boot;a frog support connecting the heel portions of the horseshoe; andbonding material placed between the hoof of the horse and said top surface of the horseshoe and between the hoof and interior surfaces of the side walls for adhering the boot to the hoof;wherein the frog support is a resilient structure cantilevered inward from said heel portions of the horseshoe so as to urge closure of said gap when the boot is fitted to the hoof.2. The horse boot of claim 1 , wherein said side walls contain lateral perforations.3. The horse boot of claim 1 , wherein said recesses are interconnected via a peripheral channel in the horseshoe.4. The horse boot of claim 1 , wherein said upper claim 1 , horseshoe and frog support are made of integral unitary ...

Method for the Preparation and Improvement of Horseshoes

A horseshoe having two legs connected by a bridge is disclosed. The bridge includes physical markers provided directly opposite one another in both a support surface and a ground surface. The physical markers function as a guide for cutting through the bridge of the horseshoe.

HORSESHOE WITH CLIPS, BLISTER MEMBER FOR A CLIP, AND METHOD OF APPLYING SHOE TO A HORSE'S HOOF

A horseshoe with clips, blister member for a clip, and a method of applying a shoe to a horse's hoof. Using a blister member over each of a pair of upward extending clips attached to the outer side of a horseshoe and attaching the blister member to the shoe and the horse's hoof, adhesive is inserted into the blister to adhere each clip to the hoof wall thereby retaining the horseshoe on a horse's hoof. 1. A blister member for use in adhering a horseshoe to a horse's hoof , the blister member comprising: an outer surface and an inner surface; an outer edge with a top outer edge and a bottom outer edge with a pair of side outer edges therebetween; the outer edge having at least one air escape vent; and , a generally trapezoidal shaped perforation line interior of the outer edge , a portion interior of the perforation line raised with respect to a portion exterior of the perforation line; the portion interior of the perforation line having an adhesive receiving opening between the outer surface and the inner surface.2. The blister member of claim 1 , where one of the at least one air escape vent is located at the bottom outer edge.3. The blister member of claim 1 , where the at least one air escape vent comprises at least two air escape vents claim 1 , one of the at least two air escape vents located at the bottom outer edge and another of the at least two air escape vents located at the top outer edge.4. The blister member of claim 1 , where the adhesive receiving opening is located toward the top outer edge with respect to the bottom outer edge.5. The blister member of claim 1 , where the inner surface of the blister member along the outer edge has a two-sided tape attached thereto.6. The blister member of claim 1 , where slits are located on the pair of side outer edges toward the top outer edge and bottom outer edge claim 1 , the slits extending inward toward the perforation line.7. A horseshoe claim 1 , comprising: a curved shoe having a heel at each end and a toe ...

Horseshoe

The present invention relates to a horseshoe having a toe end, a heel end opposite the toe end, a top surface that spans between the heel end and the toe end, and a bottom surface that spans between the heel end and the toe end, wherein the top surface tapers toward the bottom surface from the heel end to the toe end. 2. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the separation between the top surface and the bottom surface at the heel end is 1″.3. An apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the taper is ⅛″.4. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the top surface encloses a void between the heel end and the toe end.5. An apparatus as claimed in claim 4 , further comprising a reinforcing crossbar.6. An apparatus as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the crossbar is located at the heel end.7. An apparatus as claimed in claim 5 , wherein the crossbar is located between the toe end and the heal end and divides the void.8. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the bottom surface is a peripheral flange.9. An apparatus as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the peripheral flange is closed.10. An apparatus as claimed in claim 9 , wherein the peripheral flange includes a spur at the heel end.11. An apparatus as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the width of the peripheral flange tapers from the heel end to the toe end.12. An apparatus as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the width of the peripheral flange tapers from ¾″ at the heel end to ⅛″ at the toe end.13. An apparatus as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the peripheral flange is notched at the toe end.14. An apparatus as claimed in claim 10 , further comprising a sprung lever extending downward from the toe end to the heel end within the peripheral flange.15. An apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a toe flange extending vertically from the toe end.16. An apparatus as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the toe flange extends upward and is adapted to receive a hoof.17. An apparatus as claimed in claim 16 , wherein the ...

Equine Shoe

An easily attachable and detachable equine shoe that is made up of a solid member with fabric straps extending from at least two sides that can be secured to an equine hoof. The straps may be folded upward in a plane perpendicular to the top face of the solid member to attach to an equine hoof. 1. An equine shoe comprising a solid member having a top surface and a bottom surface and having fabric straps attached to the solid member and extending from at least two sides of the solid member , wherein the solid member had a top section of hard material of at least Shore A 90 and a lower section of a Shore A hardness of about 45 to 65 wherein the bottom surface of the solid member is patterned.2. The shoe of wherein the solid member has a front and rear and the bottom surface is sloped from the centerline of the member toward the front and rear.3. The shoe of wherein the solid member has a front and rear and the bottom surface is sloped toward the front and rounded at the rear claim 1 , the slope being from the centerline of the member.4. The shoe of wherein the straps are made of nylon ballistic cloth or ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene fabrics.5. The shoe of wherein the solid member is made of polyurethane.6. The shoe of wherein the solid member has topside and underside and the underside of the solid member is patterned by a series of ridges and grooves.7. The shoe of wherein the solid member has four sides and the straps extend from four sides of the solid member.8. The shoe of wherein the solid member has incorporated therein particles of lower density to reduce the weight of the solid member.9. The shoe of also comprising a separated sloped member adapted to be attached to the bottom surface of the solid member.10. A method of shoeing an equine animal by placing on its hooves shoes consisting of a solid member having a top surface and a bottom surface and having fabric straps attached to the solid member and extending from at least two sides of the solid ...

Elastomeric Horseshoe and Method of Making Same

A horseshoe for attaching a non-metallic horseshoe to a horse's hoof using an adhesive is described. In one example, the horseshoe includes a first layer composed of an elastomeric material, which forms a body of the horseshoe. The first layer may extend longitudinally from a ground-facing surface of the horseshoe to a portion of the hoof-facing surface of the horseshoe. A second layer is embedded at least partially in and on the first layer. The second layer forms at least a portion of the hoof-facing surface of the horseshoe. The second layer may include an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) material, a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) material, and/or an aluminum powder. Also described is a method of making the elastomeric horseshoe. 1. A horseshoe , comprising:a first layer composed of an elastomeric material, wherein the first layer forms a body of the horseshoe that extends longitudinally from a ground-facing surface of the horseshoe to a portion of a hoof-facing surface of the horseshoe; anda second layer, configured to form at least a portion of the hoof-facing surface of the horseshoe, wherein the second layer is embedded at least partially in and on the first layer, wherein the second layer consists of at least one of an acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) material, a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) material, and an aluminum powder.2. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the first layer further forms a peripheral sidewall claim 1 , which is coextensive with an outer edge claim 1 , an inner edge claim 1 , and toe of the horseshoe claim 1 , wherein the peripheral sidewall extends longitudinally from the ground-facing surface of the horseshoe to the hoof-facing surface of the horseshoe.3. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein a central portion of the first layer is located between an outer edge and inner edge of the shoe claim 1 , and is substantially covered by the second layer along the hoof-facing surface.4. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the second layer encompasses ...

Horseshoe assembly and a method of mounting the same onto a horse hoof

A horseshoe assembly and a method for mounting the horseshoe assembly onto a hoof is disclosed. The horseshoe assembly includes a core and a sole, wherein the sole overlays or encapsulates the core, and the core being mounted directly beneath a surface of a horse hoof. The method including: securing a cover plate over the horse hoof, the cover plate includes a plurality of anchor points distributed across the cover plate; disposing the horseshoe assembly beneath the horse hoof with the core directly contacting the bottom surface of the horse hoof; and utilizing one or more tying elements, securing the horseshoe assembly to the bottom surface of the horse hoof with a binding force which presses one or both of the core and the sole against the bottom surface of the horse hoof. 1. A method for mounting a horseshoe assembly , wherein the horseshoe assembly being directly mounted beneath a surface of a horse hoof , the horseshoe assembly comprises at least a core and a sole , wherein the sole overlays or encapsulates the core , the method comprising:securing a cover plate over the horse hoof, wherein the cover plate comprises a plurality of anchor points distributed across the cover plate;disposing the horseshoe assembly beneath the horse hoof with the core directly contacting the bottom surface of the horse hoof; andutilizing one or more tying elements, securing the horseshoe assembly to the bottom surface of the horse hoof with a binding force which presses one or both of: the core and the sole against the bottom surface of the horse hoof.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more tying elements utilized to secure the horseshoe assembly to the bottom surface of the horse hoof claim 1 , comprising one or a combination of:using a single lace to thread a plurality of openings along an outer edge of one or both of the core and the sole to the plurality of anchor points which are distributed across the cover plate;using a plurality of laces to thread a ...

FLEXIBLE EQUID SHOE AND MANUFACTURING PROCESS

The present invention concerns a flexible horseshoe, of hybrid composition, and the method for producing same. This shoe provides for the natural mobility of the foot of the horse while offering it protection and ensuring the integrity of the structures of same. This shoe protects against wear, is thin, shock absorbing, light, comfortable, economical, easy to produce and easy to fix to the hoof. This shoe comprises at least two stacked layers: an upper layer made from a red elastomer material, or another potentially fluorescent colour, with a granular surface constructed in such a way as to ensure perfect contact with the hoof; and a lower layer made from a rigid material intended to come into contact with the ground, consisting of two lateral portions joined at the central portion by a hinge. 1. Equid shoes , particularly horseshoes , comprising at least two overlapping layers , at least one of which is made of a rigid material and at least one of an elastomeric material , and comprising:an upper layer of an elastomeric material having a granular surface produced so as to ensure complete contact with the shoe of the equid animal, anda lower layer of a rigid material intended to come into contact with the ground.2. The equid shoe of claim 1 , wherein the top layer of elastomer material has on its surface a granular structure with an adherent shape intended to improve contact with the animal's hoof and a maximum of 6 toe clips arranged symmetrically with respect to symmetry axis also intended to improve contact with the hoof of the equid.3. The equid shoe of claim 1 , wherein the lower rigid layer intended to come into contact with the ground comprises two hinges arranged symmetrically with respect to the symmetry axis and connecting the lateral parts to a central part of the lower rigid layer.4. The equid shoe of claim 3 , wherein the hinges are included in an area between two angles with respect to the symmetry axis of the shoe claim 3 , from the side of a first ...

Therapeutic horseshoe

A horseshoe has a toe adjoining to two branches that bend away from the toe and terminate in a heel, an at least partially planar top surface of the adjoined toe and two branches, and an at least partially planar bottom surface of the adjoined toe and two branches. The top surface and bottom surface are angled together such that they are closer in proximity at the heel than the toe.

HORSESHOE

The present application discloses a horseshoe which intends to correct and to relieve all the horse's tendons and ligaments system. 1. Horseshoe comprising a completely closed rigid plate , with an inclination on a front part , on both sides and a rear part , with undulating shape in contact with the ground and flat on a side of the horse's foot.2. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , comprising four leaning points and a central point.3. Horseshoe according to claim 2 , wherein the central point is located so as to be articulated in the vertical direction of the horse's foot.4. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein said horseshoe is applied on the horse's hoof with glue or mechanical connectors.5. Horseshoe according to claim 4 , wherein the mechanical connectors are nails.6. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid plate has a smaller thickness at the ends of each side and greater thickness at the central part.7. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the rear part has a round shape and it is steeper slope than the sides with ridges.8. Horseshoe according to claim 1 , wherein the rigid plate is manufactured in aluminum claim 1 , rubber claim 1 , thermoplastic polyurethane claim 1 , thermally rearranged polymer claim 1 , thermoplastic starch claim 1 , wood claim 1 , styrene-butadiene claim 1 , carbon claim 1 , kevlar claim 1 , plastic or leather. This application relates to a horseshoe.From the prior art, it is well-known the use of several different types of plates as horseshoes. Nevertheless, the horseshoes are usually open and completely flat in its contact with the ground.The document WO8500271A1 discloses a horseshoe or plate particularly adapted for race horses formed with its toe portion rolled upwardly and complementary to the horse's hoof when the latter is rasped to reduce the depth of the hoof's toe portion. The toe grab is substantially coplanar at its lower edge with the plane of the lower side of the plate. However, this document does not ...

HORSESHOE WITH METAL CLIPS

A horseshoe includes a blank that is shapeable to substantially conform to a contour of a hoof. The blank includes a plurality of webs each having a thickness that is thinner than a thickness of an adjacent region of the blank. Metal clips are each shaped to attach to one of the webs such that opposite plates of each clip sandwiches at least a portion of the web. Each of the opposite plates includes a hole. Each web is adaptable to enable the attachment of a clip such that when the horseshoe is aligned to the hoof, the nail holes on the opposite plates are substantially aligned with one another and with a white line of the hoof to enable driving of a nail through the holes and into the hoof at the white line. 1. A horseshoe comprising:a blank that is shapeable to substantially conform to a contour of a hoof, the blank comprising a plurality of webs each having a thickness that is thinner than a thickness of an adjacent region of the blank; anda plurality of metal clips, each of the metal clips being shaped to attach to a web of said plurality of webs such that opposite plates of each of the clips sandwich at least a portion of the web to which that clip is attached, each of the opposite plates including a hole, each web being adaptable to enable the attachment of a clip of said plurality of metal clips such that, when the horseshoe is aligned to the hoof, the holes on the opposite plates are substantially aligned with one another and with a white line of the hoof to enable driving of a nail through the holes and into the hoof at the white line.2. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the blank comprises a substantially radial slit.3. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the blank is sufficiently transparent to enable discerning an indication of the white line via the blank when the blank is held against a bottom of the hoof.4. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein each web is adaptable by trimming a distal end of that web or by placement of a slot that is cut on that web.5. ...

PAD-LIKE SUPPORT DEVICE

The present invention concerns a pad-like support device () intended to be attached between a horse's hoof () and a horseshoe () comprised of at least one first side part (), at least one second side part (), at least one middle part () and a support section () for the frog, and at least one first flexible zone () and at least one second flexible zone () extending essentially along the pad-like support device's longitudinal direction. This design allows for the support section () and the middle part () to be flexibly arranged in the horizontal and vertical directions relative to the first side part () and the second side part (). The first side part () and the second side part () include at least one first material layer () constituting a surface layer on the topside of the side parts () and at least one second material layer () constituting a surface layer on the bottom side of the side parts () and at least one intermediate material layer () positioned between the first material layer () and the second material layer () of a relatively softer material than the material of the first material layer () and the second material layer (). Material layer () is partitioned into at least two sections () by at least one intermediate wall () that stretches between the first material layer () and the second material layer (). 1123678910119867672967306731293029303134352930. A pad-like support device () intended to be attached between a horse's hoof () and a horseshoe () comprised of at least one first side part () , at least one second side part () , at least one middle part () and a support section () for the frog , and at least one first flexible zone () and at least one second flexible zone () extending essentially along the pad-like support device's longitudinal direction , allowing the support section () and the middle part () to be flexibly arranged in the horizontal and vertical directions relative to the first side part () and the second side part () characterized by ...

FLIP-FLOP GLUED-ON HORSE SHOE

A glued-on horse shoe consists of a sole and an upper with two side walls separated by a front slit and attached to an outer periphery of the sole. The shoe is attached to the horse's hoof without placing any glue between the heel and the sole. The side walls extend backward from the front side of the hoof only at most to a midsection of the hoof and are folded inward to butt against the hoof. Bonding material is preferably placed only between the hoof of the horse and the interior surfaces of the upper for adhering the shoe to the hoof, so that the sole remains unattached to the bottom surface of the hoof and free to move in flip-flop fashion in relation to the hoof. The middle of the sole may include an opening. 1. A glued-on horse shoe on a horse's hoof , comprising:a sole;an upper attached to an outer periphery of the sole, said upper including side walls extending backward from a front side of the hoof and folded inward to butt against the hoof; andbonding material placed between the hoof of the horse and interior surfaces of the upper for adhering the shoe to the hoof of the horse, said sole being unattached to a bottom surface of the hoof at a heel of the hoof and free to move in flip-flop fashion in relation to the hoof.2. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the bonding material is placed substantially only between the upper of the shoe and the hoof of the horse claim 1 , no glue being placed between the hoof and the sole of the shoe.3. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the upper includes a front slit separating said side walls.4. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein said side walls extend backward only to a midsection of the hoof where the hoof has a widest point.5. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the sole includes an opening.6. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the shoe is made of molded unitary construction.7. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the shoe is made of polyurethane8. The horse shoe of claim 1 , wherein the bonding material is placed ...

SHOCK-ABSORBING HORSESHOE

The shock-absorbing horseshoe comprises a rigid part for abutment with a hoof of a horse, said rigid part forming one rigid body with two backward facing branches. A lower section of each backward facing branch is shorter than an upper section, and a resilient part extends backward beyond rear edges of each said lower section and ends at rear edges of said upper section. 1. A shock-absorbing horseshoe comprising a rigid part with an upper surface adapted for abutment with a hoof of a horse and a lower surface adapted for impacting with the ground or substratum on which the horse moves , said rigid part forming one rigid body shaped substantially as a conventional horseshoe according to a hoof of a horse with two backward facing branches towards a tail of the horse , wherein first cut-outs of the rigid part are formed at the end of each branch such that a lower section of each backward facing branch is shorter than an upper section measured in the backward direction , and a resilient part is provided at a rear edge of each backward facing branch , such as to extend backward beyond rear edges of each said lower section and ends at rear edges of the respective upper section , and each said resilient part is wedge-shaped , a front portion of a lower surface of each said resilient part at each said rear edges of said lower sections being in alignment with an underside of said lower sections and a rear portion of the lower surface of each said resilient part extending downward at between about a 2-10° angle in relation to said underside of the respective lower section and backward toward said rear edges of said upper sections , wherein a combined vertical width of the rear portion of each resilient part and each cut-out of the rigid part is greater than a combined vertical width of the front portion of the lower surface of each resilient part and the cut-outs of the rigid part and such as to provide resilience at the backward or heel part of the horseshoe , the resilient ...

Horseshoe with splaying, and stabilizer feature

A horseshoe with a stabilizer-feature and splaying has a U shaped metallic unitary body with left-right wings and an integral compliant leaf-spring disposed proximate to or in the horseshoe toe area. The leaf-spring may be crescent-shaped or chord-shaped and resiliently deforms upwards, exerting sideways-pressure causing splaying of the left-right wings. The leaf-spring may have a groove on either side to assist preparation before horseshoe installation. The crescent-shaped leaf-spring forms a cavity with the hoof underside in use, which cavity is optionally filled with a resilient material, e.g., silicone, obviating accumulation of dirt/debris. Stabilizers comprising a plurality of rows of beads formed integrally with the horseshoe bottom form a negative camber on the horseshoe-underside. The stabilizer rows may be staggered and assist in the stability of the horse during racing, especially at track-curves. The horseshoe may be cast/forged, blanked, or welded and can be mass-produced. Preferably, the horseshoe comprises hardened spring steel.

HORSESHOE

The horseshoe has a generally upside down U-shaped body with a front portion, side portions, rear ends, and an outer perimeter edge. The horseshoe includes a connector portion extending between and connecting the rear ends and being shaped to extend inwardly towards the front portion. The connector portion is generally V-shaped with the point of the V extending towards the front portion. The horseshoe defines an internal edge along internal edges thereof, and an internal space within the internal edge.

HORSESHOE WITH CUFF COUPLING AND METHODS OF USING SAME

A horseshoe having a front end and a back end includes a U-shaped rigid body having an upper surface and a lower surface, the rigid body being closed adjacent the front end and open adjacent the back end, the rigid body defining two arms spaced from one another at the back end, a pair of cuffs disposed on the upper surface of the rigid body, each of the pair of cuffs having an inner surface configured and arranged to contact a hoof of an animal, and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, each of the pair of cuffs being coupled to a respective one of the two arms of the rigid body adjacent the back end, a pair of side supports coupled to the outer surface of each of the pair of cuffs, each of the pair of side supports defining a window, and a platform disposed on the upper surface of the rigid body at locations where the pair of cuffs are not present. 1. A horseshoe having a front end and a back end comprising:a U-shaped rigid body having an upper surface and a lower surface, the rigid body being closed adjacent the front end and open adjacent the back end, the rigid body defining two arms spaced from one another at the back end;a pair of cuffs disposed on the upper surface of the rigid body, each of the pair of cuffs having an inner surface configured and arranged to contact a hoof of an animal, and an outer surface opposite the inner surface, each of the pair of cuffs being coupled to a respective one of the two arms of the rigid body adjacent the back end;a pair of side supports coupled to the outer surface of each of the pair of cuffs, each of the pair of side supports defining a window; anda platform disposed on the upper surface of the rigid body at locations where the pair of cuffs are not present.2. The horseshoe of claim 1 , wherein the platform and the pair of side supports comprise different materials.3. The horseshoe of claim 2 , wherein the platform comprises rubber and the pair of side supports comprise polyester.4. The horseshoe of claim 1 , ...

HORSE SHOEING, ESPECIALLY FOR RACEHORSES

There is shown and described a shoeing for horses, in particular for racehorses being used in competition, constructed from a core made of fiber-reinforced plastic material which is surrounded by a functional layer made of plastic. 122-. (canceled)23. A shoeing for horses , comprising:a core made of fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer; anda functional layer made of a plastic comprising thermoplastic polycarbonate or a fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polycarbonate, the functional layer surrounding the core.24. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein the thermoplastic polymer of the core is selected from a group of polymers consisting of polycarbonates.25. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein fibers of the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer of the core are selected from a group consisting of carbon fibers claim 23 , glass fibers claim 23 , polymer fibers or combinations thereof.26. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein fibers of the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer of the core comprises long fibers or continuous fibers.27. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein fibers of the fiber-reinforced thermoplastic polymer of the core are arranged in one or more layers claim 23 , wherein the fibers of each layer form a mesh.28. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein the core comprises a plurality of fiber layers laid one on top of the other claim 23 , wherein one or more of the plurality of fiber layers are comprised of carbon fibers combined with one or more layers of glass fibers.29. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein the plastic for the functional layer is fiber-reinforced.30. The shoeing of claim 29 , wherein fibers of the functional layer comprises short fibers.31. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein the plastic for the functional layer is selected from the group consisting of fiber-reinforced polycarbonate comprising a 10 wt.-% to 50 wt.-% fiber-reinforced polycarbonate.32. The shoeing of claim 23 , wherein a plate of plastic fiber composite is added to the core.33. The shoeing of ...

Hoof tap device

A hoof tap device is provided. Each hoof tap device has a tap bridge from which a plurality of tap posts transversely extend. Each hoof tap device may be dimensioned and adapted so that a plurality of the hoof tap devices may be spaced apart along and just inward of the hoof wall of a horse hoof so that at least a portion of each back edge protrudes therefrom, enabling traction, preventing excessive wear, and improving the movement of the hoof by allowing it to flex and expand naturally during use.

Hoof Boot

A hoof boot for use on a horse that provides enhanced impact shock absorption and dissipation is disclosed. The hoof boot is comprised of two polymers of different hardness wherein the tread and insole of the hoof boot is softer to provide cushion to the impact of the hoof on the ground, and the skeleton of the hoof boot is of a harder polymer to provide strength and shape to the hoof boot. 1. A hoof boot comprising:a hoof boot shell wherein the hoof boot shell further comprises a skeleton including an upper and a core, the core having a tread side and an insole side;and a casing, the casing including a tread and an insole;wherein the skeleton is constructed of a first polymer with a first hardness and the casing is constructed of a second polymer with a second hardness wherein the second hardness is less than the first hardness and wherein the casing absorbs and dissipates energy from impact related shock of the hoof boot striking the ground;wherein when the hoof boot is placed on the animal, the casing is in contact with the bottom of the hoof and the ground and substantially encapsulates the core.2. The hoof boot of wherein the core has a thickness between 1/32 inch (0.08 cm) and ¼ inch (0.64 cm).3. The hoof boot of wherein the core comprises holes wherein the holes allow a mechanical coupling of the first and second polymers.4. The hoof boot of wherein the holes create a range of open space on the core of between 50%-70%.5. The hoof boot of wherein the first polymer of the skeleton has a hardness of 50-70 Shore D claim 4 , and wherein the second polymer of the casing has a hardness of 40-90 Shore A.6. The hoof boot of wherein the insole is no more than ⅜ inch (0.95 cm) compressible polymer material.7. The hoof boot of wherein the tread has a thickness greater than ¼ inch (0.64 cm).8. The hoof boot of wherein the core includes a slot to allow lateral flexibility of the hoof boot.9. The hoof boot of wherein the hoof boot is selected from the group consisting of:a. ...

HORSE HOOF PAD-LIKE SUPPORT DEVICE

A pad-like support device's springy (dampening, elastic) function allows a horse hoof during impact to function similar to a hoofs function during impact when the horse is unshod. A further advantage is that the risk of pressing in is essentially eliminated. A further advantage of the present invention is that the flexible zones reduce the pull on the shoe and the seam (nails) when rocks and uneven ground press the middle part in the upward direction. A still further advantage is that an effective dampening of the frog's ground impact is achieved thereby reducing the load (stress) on the horse's hoof, ligaments and joints. It is a further advantage of the present invention that it improves circulation. Because the frog's support essentially follows the frog's every movement, friction (abrasion) occurring between the pad and the frog on existing pads is minimized. 1. A pad-like support device intended to be attached between a horse's hoof and a horseshoe comprised of:at least one first side part,at least one second side part,at least one middle part,and a support section for the frog,and at least one first zone the first zone located between and joining the first side part to both the middle part and the support section,and at least one second zone extending essentially along the pad-like support device's longitudinal direction, the second zone located between and joining the second side part to both the middle part and the support section,the first zone and second zone together configured to allow the support section and the middle part to be flexibly arranged in the horizontal and vertical directions relative to the first side part and the second side part, the first side part and the second side part include at least one first material layer constituting a surface layer on the topside of the side parts, and at least one second material layer constituting a surface layer on the bottom side of the side parts and at least one intermediate material layer positioned ...

DEVICE FOR PREVENTING THE formation of SNOW CLUBS WITHIN THE HORSESHOE OF A SHOEED SHOE.

Methods and compositions for cementing shoes on hoofed animals and for hoof repair

Methods and kits are described for shoeing a hoofed animal. First, an acid conditioner is applied to a hoof for a time sufficient to etch and further expose the inner epidermis layer of the hoof. Then, a bonding resin is applied to the hoof. After drying or polymerization, a cement composition is applied to the area of the hoof where a shoe will be placed. Finally, a shoe is positioned in the cement composition and permitted to set, thereby affixing the shoe to the hoof.

Hoof tap device

A hoof tap device is provided. Each hoof tap device has a tap bridge from which a plurality of tap posts transversely extend. Each hoof tap device may be dimensioned and adapted so that a plurality of the hoof tap devices may be spaced apart along and just inward of the hoof wall of a horse hoof so that at least a portion of each back edge protrudes therefrom, enabling traction, preventing excessive wear, and improving the movement of the hoof by allowing it to flex and expand naturally during use.

Shock-absorbing material

本发明提供厚度为5mm至20mm的弹性片材(2)，该弹性片材具有第一侧(6)和第二侧(13)，所述第一侧具有多个可变形的支撑构件(7)，所述支撑构件具有空腔(17)，所述空腔(17)具有朝向弹性片材的第二侧的开口，并且所述片材的硬度为40Shore A至80Shore A。

Aluminium alloy horseshoe design - is light, elastic and shock resistant in use

Horseshoe design consists of (a) one part sloping towards the outside, (b) an inner border splayed so as to enable extrication from heavy ground, (c) a continuous groove to prevent slippage when in contact with the ground, (d) an integral awl, (e) sloping sponges enabling extrication from heavy ground and (f) a free arch so that the shoe grips better. The shoe is pref. made from an alloy comprising (by wt.%) Fe, 0.40; Si, 6.00; Cu, 0.05; Zn, 0.10; Mg, 0.04; Mn, 0.03; Ni, 0.01; Ti, 0.15 and balance Al.

HORSES SHOES BY PLASTIC ELEMENTS GLUED TO THE SHOE

HORSE IRON COMPRISING AN ABRASION AND SHOCK-RESISTANT COATING

Horseshoe device

Preventing ice and snow build up on horses hoof - uses rubber insert fitted around inner side of shoe flexes to break up deposits

A flexible rubber insert is moulded to the shape of the inside curved face (6') of the shoe (6). This insert has a bead or rim (16) and has a flat tail pointing outwards. On the underside of the insert is a layer of reinforcing cloth, bonded to the rubber. The bead has an overall square shape (15), with the side not touching the shoe having an outward inclined angle. At the front, this square shape becomes triangular (14). To aid flexibility, an axial hole is moulded into the square section. The insert is fitted under the shoe and held by the nails (13).

SOLE FOR HORSE SHOE

Horseshoe

ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A horseshoe includes a horseshoe base which corre-sponds to the actual configuration of a horse's hoof. The base is mounted on the hoof so as to leave a space between a sole of the hoof and an upper surface of the base which faces the sole surface when the base is installed on the hoof. A filler material is filled in the space so as to support the hoof on the base when the latter is installed on the hoof.

Removable non-slip shoe for horses

Rubber horseshoe with ridig insert - pref. perforated aluminium alloy

Horseshoe comprising a moulded rubber body with a stiff insert which features holes for accommodating farriers nails or cleats. The insert should be nearer the surface of the moulding adjacent to the hoof than the surface which contacts the ground. Insert may be set in a groove or enveloped in the matrix, pref. is perforated to permit some matrix bridging. Pref. insert is of aluminium alloy. Esp. suitable for racehorses, being lighter than all metal shoes and offering better protection against shocks then running on firm ground.

Nailless horseshoes for horses

Horse shoe with spring mechanism - having elastically deformable element fixed in recess of body by adhesive

The horse shoe has an elastically deformable spring mechanism fixed to the rigid body. This spring mechanism projects out of a face of the rigid body, which in the fixed state of the shoe is away from the hoof. The spring mechanism consists of one or several cushion elements, each of which is in the form of an elastically deformable element which is fixed in a recess of the rigid body. This deformable part is fixed in the recess by an adhesive.

Affix for horse hoof

HORSESHOE

Horseshoe

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING A HORSE IRON

Hoof-pad.

Bonding horse shoes to horse hooves

A thin layer (1.5-12mm thick) of an elastic adhesive, comprising a copolymer of a conjugated diene, a vinyl monomer and an ethylenically unsatd, monocarboxylic acid is applied, to the horse's hoof and then the horseshoe is applied. This technique has two advantages, namely no nails are used and therefore the horses' hooves are not split and secondly, this layer acts as a shock absorber thus preventing shock of impact weakening the horse's leg. Furthermore no lateral sliding of the horseshoe occurs with this adhesive.

Adjustable, non-slip rigid pad for horses and other draft animals

Shock absorbing sole against navicular disease - of compressible material fixed to plate held by shoe

A plate to be fixed to the hoof of a horse and held by the shoe has a downwards projecting pad of compressible material which forms a shock absorber, protecting the navicular bone when the horse is turning and rests its foot on the edge of the inside bone. When the horse puts down its foot horizontally the pad which is hollow and is filled with a paste of silicone material forming an additional shock absorber, rests on the ground with the heels of the shoe also.

HORSE IRON WITH MULTIPLE PROPORTIONAL DYNAMIC SUSPENSIONS

Patent FR2076406A5

Horseshoe

HORSESHOE.

PROTECTIVE DEVICE FOR HORSE SABOT

Horseshoe

Rubber sole for working animal shoes

Dynamic suspension horseshoe for clog bracket of sports horse, has antivibration device including deformable thin layer, where device is deformed along direction of Z-axis, and upper part of device is in partial contact with clog

The horseshoe has a united or non united antivibration device (3) including a deformable thin layer (2) made of a metallic or composite material, where the antivibration device is deformed along a direction of Z-axis. An upper part of the antivibration device is in partial contact with a clog (1). The antivibration device is in contact with a ground (4). The antivibration device is deformed dynamically and proportionally to dynamic forces exerted by the clog on the horseshoe. The antivibration device provides rigidity and stability to the horseshoe during operation.

Non-slip horseshoe

Patent FR1566651A

Horseshoe

Horseshoe

Process for the manufacture of horseshoes

Horseshoe with rubber heels

Horseshoe with rubber lining

Pathological shock absorber for horses

CUSHION FOR HORSE SHOE

Improvements in rubber fittings

Improvements to non-slip horseshoes for horses

Non-slip fitting for horses and other draft animals

Improvements in and relating to horseshoes

This invention relates to a hoof-fitting or horseshoe, comprising a metallic part (10) which is intended to be affixed to the underside of the horse's hoof, and a resilient or elastic shock-absorbing member (13) which is removeably affixed to the metallic part (10). In accordance with the invention, the metallic part and the resilient member (10 and 13 respectively) are configured substantially identically from respective sheets of material, wherein the metallic part (10) has stationarily mounted therein nut-like devices (12), the ends of which projecting from the plane of the metallic part (10) project into holes (14) provided in the shock-absorbing member (13). The metallic part (10) and the resilient shock-absorbing member (13) are joined together detachably with the aid of screw means (15).

Cushion for hoof of horse

Equine equipment. The cushion for the hoof of a horse is characterised in that it is made in the form of a body 1 which is elastically deformable in the vertical direction and has a wear sole 7. Application to hoofs of horses for obstacle jumping.

HORSESHOE DEVELOPMENT

Anti-slip device for horses

HORSESHOE SUPPORT AND ITS REALIZATION PROCESS

Support de fer à cheval et son procédé de réalisation. Il comporte une pièce profilée repliée à la forme du sabot et comportant une paroi intérieure verticale et une paroi intérieure enrobée dans un corps en matière plastique dont la surface supérieure est complémentaire de celle de la sole du Sabot Une languette profilée en caoutchouc prolongée par des pattes en caoutchouc est accrochée sur des rebords intérieurs de la paroi verticale et y est retenue par le corps moulé. Les pattes sont collées sur le sabot. Application notamment au ferrage des chevaux. Horseshoe support and its production process. It comprises a profiled part bent to the shape of the shoe and comprising a vertical inner wall and an inner wall encased in a plastic body, the upper surface of which is complementary to that of the sole of the shoe A profiled rubber tongue extended by tabs rubber is hooked to interior edges of the vertical wall and is retained there by the molded body. The legs are glued to the hoof. Application in particular to the shoeing of horses.

Two=part horseshoes of polyurethane rubber - for lightweight, wear resistant, non-skid protection

Horseshoes are made from two complementary plastics mouldings so that one moulding can be nailed beneath the perimeter of the hoof, like a conventional metal shoe, but incorporates an integral bar across the trailing end of the shoe, and a second moulding can be fitted to cover the middle of the hoof. The second moulding is secured by undercut tenons and/or by overlapping joints coupled by screws. Pref. both mouldings are of a hard (65 Shore) polyurethane rubber, assembled so that the face of the central cover is flush with that of the surrounding shoe, and both mouldings feature ribs or grooves parallel and transverse to the axis of the hoof. Lighter than iron shoes, more wear resistant than aluminium alloy shoes, offer better grip on hard dry surfaces, e.g. roads. The central cover can be removed and cleaned or replaced without requiring skilled labour or special tools. Pref. the interface between the shoe and the cover is bevelled so that assembly is self-centring.

SOLE FOR HORSE SABOT

ACCESSOIRE HIPPIQUE. LA SEMELLE POUR SABOT DE CHEVAL COMPREND :-UNE PLAQUE PLEINE 1;-UN ENROBAGE 2 FORMANT UNE COUCHE SUPERIEURE 3, UNE COUCHE D'USURE 4;-UNE ZONE 5 EN MATIERE PERFORABLE CONSTITUANT UNE VALVE DE GONFLAGE;-UN TROU 6 PRATIQUE EN COINCIDENCE AVEC LA VALVE POUR DEBOUCHER DANS UNE ZONE DEPOURVUE D'ADHERENCE ENTRE LA COUCHE 4 ET LA PLAQUE. APPLICATION AUX SABOTS DE CHEVAUX. HIPPIC ACCESSORY. THE SOLE FOR HORSESHOES INCLUDES: -A SOLID PLATE 1; -A COATING 2 FORMING A TOP LAYER 3, A WEAR LAYER 4; -A AREA 5 IN PERFORABLE MATERIAL CONSTITUTING AN INFLATION VALVE; -A HOLE 6 PRACTICAL IN COINCIDENCE WITH THE VALVE TO OPEN INTO AN AREA WITHOUT ADHESION BETWEEN LAYER 4 AND THE PLATE. APPLICATION TO HORSE SHOES.

Horseshoe

Non-slip shoe for horses

Patent FR2294637B1

PROTECTION AND WEAR DEVICE FOR EQUID SHOE

Non-slip shock absorbing hardware for draft animals, pack and saddle

Horseshoes with elastic soles

Horseshoe

Protector for horses' feet