January 3, 2011
Correct Hoof Angles for a Horse Depend on Conformation
Every breed type will have different conformation so the angle to their hooves will be different. You’ll want to visually adjust your horses hoof angles, but that can be difficult so I will hazard to give you some ballpark figures. A working quarter horse style will usually be 53? in front and 55? behind, those are the most common horses in my area so that’s what I saw the most.
