Gawsworth Track Livery
The Real Cause of P3 Rotation?
It’s not grass... It’s not sugar... It’s not inflammation...
It’s hoof capsule manipulation — the routine, repeated reshaping of the hoof by human hands.
To the esteemed scientists in the white coats, working in labs: Instead of forcing tubes up horse’s noses , overdosing them on sugar to artificially induce laminitis, subjecting them to invasive, distressing experiments — only to euthanize them in the name of data — we have a simple request. Show us sequential X-rays, taken over several days, of P3 shifting independently of the hoof capsule without any hoof capsule manipulation.
No pain. No cruelty. No invasive procedures.
Just evidence — the kind that genuinely supports your theory.
Years of damage from multiple hoof care approaches don’t heal overnight—it takes time, consistency, and patience.
Once the hoof was given the chance to heal naturally— by allowing the toe wall to make proper ground contact instead of constantly rasping to chase a textbook hoofpastern axis—the transformation was remarkable. The horse went from being lame and in pain to moving soundly and comfortably over all surfaces and in every gait.
Despite the involvement of top farriers and vets across the UK, no one considered that simply allowing the horse to grow the hoof Mother Nature designed for him might be the solution.
Everything imaginable was tried—every method, every treatment—but his condition only worsened. His quality of life declined, spending months on box rest with no improvement.
In the end, I didn’t need a white coat or letters after my name to help this horse. I just had to listen to what he needed and get out of nature’s way.
What we do at GTL is reliable, predictable, humane and cheap (compared to veterinary and farriery costs).
Trimming to the hard sole plane restores the hoof to its intended surface area, giving the horse the support it naturally needs.
Unfortunately, many farriers and trimmers rely on a personal preference trimming style —picking, choosing, and guessing where to trim to —rather than following the hoof’s natural structure.
Over time, this inconsistency leads to damage, deformation and imbalances resulting in common issues like under-run heels, bull-nosed walls, elevated heels, negative palmar/plantar angles (NPA), and more.
The most damaging and life threatening issue many horse’s face is P3 “rotation” which is something we are passionately fighting to stop, if only the people causing these problems would wake up and realise that their trimming style is actually the cause and not the cure.
By consistently trimming to the hard sole plane and respecting the natural form of the hoof, we set the foundation for long-term soundness and health.
September 2024 – April 2025
When Rubsie first arrived at GTL last summer, she was significantly overweight and showing signs of metabolic issues. Had we run blood tests at the time, it’s likely she would have been diagnosed with Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS).
Just prior to her arrival she was also in a full set of shoes, which had contributed to her hooves being weak and poor in quality. In the early stages, she experienced several hoof abscesses, and much of her hoof wall crumbled away, leaving her primarily walking on her soles.
For several months, she required hoof boots on all four feet for protection and comfort.
As shown in the images below, her hoof wall is now growing in stronger with improved horn quality, thanks to a more appropriate diet. Her frogs are expanding, and her digital cushion is no longer contracted—it’s becoming thicker and more robust.
About Hoofing Marvellous
Hoofing Marvellous are a team of professional barefoot specialists dedicated to helping horses go barefoot and help rid the domestic equine world of unnecessary lameness.
We offer barefoot horse and hoof care services, including trimming, advice on species-specific diet and management, booting, and rehab, as well as offering training courses through our training organisation HM International School of Horse & Hoof Care.
HM Barefoot Professionals (HMB Pros) are being trained to deliver barefoot services throughout the world, and if you cannot find one of our professionals near you, then consider an online consultation call.
Horse & Hoof Care
Our team of HM Licensed Barefoot Pros (HMB Pros) are experienced in helping horses succeed to stay sound and healthy.
HM International School
The HMI School of Horse & Hoof Care provides online and in-person training courses for owners and those wanting to train to become a HMB Pro.
Online Consultations
Currently due to high demand, we’re not taking on new consultations, however please go and watch our webinar on laminitis which will register you onto our mailing list.
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Raising awareness for disabled animals.
Where it all began...
Pumpkin’s Story
We adopted Pumpkin when she was 8 weeks old, we as a family instantly fell in love with her. Pumpkin couldn’t use her back legs and had no control of her bladder or bowels. The specialist said Pumpkin would never walk again. Her story went viral and people donated thousands of pounds for her treatment. Unfortunately, an MRI scan revealed her spine and legs had been broken, and her spinal cord severed.
We were devastated.
The specialist said Pumpkin would never walk again.
Pumpkin isn’t in pain; she is paralysed from the waist down and double incontinent. Pumpkin is loved by us, her family, so much and we will do anything for her.
Pumpkin also needs weekly hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, and red laser treatments. This is to keep her front limbs strong and help her with any injuries or pain.
Pumpkin became a therapy dog when she was 9 months old.
We visit care homes, schools, universities and work places. Educating the public about disabled animals and kindness to animals.
In June 2022, we set up a registered charity called Pumpkin and Friends 1199484.
Slowly we are changing the world. Desperately raising the awareness and the importance of disabled animals. Also supporting and helping families of disabled animals.
We provide disabled animals with the equipment they need to give them their motibility & freedom back, including Wheelchairs, Harnesses and Strollers. www.pumpkinandfriendscharity.org
Raising awareness for disabled animals.
Having a disability isn’t a death sentence. It’s the beginning of a new adventure.
Become a Wheelie Good Friend
Does your animal need a wheelchair? Is it struggling with its mobility?
We can help you, we can provide a Free loan of a wheelchair or stroller and give your animal its freedom and confidence back.
We are based in Lincolnshire but can help animals anywhere in the UK. We also offer wheelchair fittings with a member of our team.
This is a free service, but what we do ask is that you provide our charity with 1 weekly update regarding your animals adventures. Also so we can show our supporters where their money is being spent.
The equipment belongs to Pumpkin and friends charity and can be asked to be returned, especially if we feel it isn’t being used or we don’t receive weekly updates.
www.pumpkinandfriendscharity.org
We need your support...
As a charity, we rely solely on the generosity and kindness of public donations to enable us to go on helping other animals with disabilities.
You can help support us by:
Coming to our Pumpkin and Friends Charity Events
Together, we’ll raise money and awareness for our important causes.
From fun gatherings to nature walks, there’s something for everyone. Come out and show your support – every contribution makes a difference.
Donate to Pumpkin and Friends
Donations to Pumpkin and Friends Charity, no matter how big or small, makes life better for all of Pumpkins friends and the people who care for them.
Other ways you can help
We try all kinds of ways to raise money to help Pumpkin and her friends. Why not go and check our Pumpkins shop, to see what treats you can buy to help support us.
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