Patent ID: 6192989
Filing Date: 2001-02-27
Classification: A01K

Abstract:
A horseshoe suitable for being temporarily affixed to the hoof of a horse, the horseshoe comprising the following elements in a unitary, integral construction:a sole including a base having a toe, heel, top surface and bottom surface, the top surface receiving the bottom of the hoof when the horseshoe is placed on the hoof, the sole having a wall upwardly extending along a periphery of the top surface of the base for partially embracing the hoof;at least one retention panel extending from said wall over the top surface at the toe of the base for receiving the hoof; anda releasable securing arrangement secured to the base and extending over the top surface of the base adjacent the heel of the base for extending around behind the ankle of the horse to urge the hoof into engagement with the retention panel.