Hippoplast Glue-on Horseshoe: Durable, Shape-Retaining Hoof Protection Without Nails The Hippoplast synthetic horseshoe is characterized by its firm, shape-retaining material—with a hardness comparable to our "HippoBlue medical" line. As a gentle, nail-free alternative to traditional metal horseshoes, it provides a reliable, load-bearing foundation for the hoof without weakening the hoof wall through nail holes. Benefits of the Hippoplast Synthetic Horseshoe • Shape-retaining and load-bearing (with a hardness similar to "HippoBlue medical"): Its rigid material structure makes it particularly well-suited for heavy horses, targeted corrective shoeing, and as a stable rehabilitation shoe when combined with hoof pads. • A gentle alternative to rigid metal shoes: Unlike traditional iron shoes, this synthetic alternative allows for more natural hoof movement and reduces stress on the hoof wall. • Easy to shape and fit: Hippoplast can be easily ground down based on a hoof tracing, allowing for an optimal fit tailored to the individual hoof shape. • Wide range of sizes (85 to 160): Suitable for everything from small pony hooves to those of very large, heavy horses. (Note from our hoof experts: For extremely rocky, abrasive terrain or maximum slip resistance, we recommend our specialized models from the "HippoBlue" range.) Versatile Application: Glue-on shoe (with adhesive tabs) or nail-on option • As a glue-on shoe: Using a heat gun, the Hippoplast can be permanently bonded with original THH adhesive tabs, "rbCarbon" adhesive collars, or Wolf Busch adhesive tabs, allowing it to be attached to the hoof wall entirely without nails. • Suitable for traditional nailing: If preferred, the shoe can also be applied by a farrier using conventional nails. Available Sizes & Scope of Delivery • Scope of delivery: 1 Hippoplast glue-on horseshoe in your selected size (please order 2 units for a pair). • Available sizes (width × length × height): • Size 85 (000): 8.5 cm wide, 9.5 cm long, 1.3 cm high • Size 95 (00): 9.5 cm wide, 10.5 cm long, 1.3 cm high • Size 105 (0): 10.5 cm wide, 11.5 cm long, 1.4 cm high • Size 115 (1): 11.5 cm wide, 12.5 cm long, 1.4 cm high • Size 125 (2): 12.5 cm wide, 13.5 cm long, 1.4 cm high • Size 160 (5): 16.0 cm wide, 17.5 cm long, 1.6 cm high • Workshop Service: Would you like your Hippoplast shoes custom-fitted to a tracing of your horse's hoof and supplied with THH glue-on tabs already welded on? Simply use our service found under the "Glue-on Horseshoe Fitting & Welding" category!
