How to Pull Horse Shoes: Tools & Techniques with Tarek Isham DVM

How to Pull Horse Shoes: Tools & Techniques with Tarek In this video, Tarek demonstrates the step-by-step process of pulling horse shoes safely and efficiently. Whether you're a veterinary student or a horse owner, understanding the right tools and techniques is essential for proper hoof care. What you’ll learn in this video: Essential Tools: How to identify and use a clinch cutter, rubber mallet, and shoe pullers (and how to tell them apart from nippers!). Step-by-Step Technique: Tarek shows how to get under the clinch at the right angle and the "two-hit" method to open it up. Managing Clips & Nails: Tips for handling shoes with clips and how to pull nails individually to minimize stress on the horse’s joints. Pro Tips: Using a hoof jack and magnets to keep your workspace organized and safe. Key Tools Mentioned: Clinch Cutter Rubber Mallet Shoe Pullers Hoof Jack About Rural Veterinary Experience Teaching & Service (RVETS): We provide hands-on clinical training for veterinary students while serving animals in rural and underserved communities. Subscribe for more veterinary tutorials and field experience highlights! #FarrierTips #EquineVet #HoofCare