Hoof Rehabilitation Consultation Services 

Transform Your Horse’s Hoof Health with Next Step Trimming:

At Next Step Trimming, I, Shelley Walker, provide a holistic approach to rehabilitating your horse’s hooves and optimizing performance. My expertise, supported by more than a decade of education and field experience, ensures a thorough assessment and tailored solutions to meet your horse's unique needs. I combine scientific principles, cutting-edge techniques, and a collaborative approach to help you achieve your goals for your horse.

Here’s what I offer:
Expert Hoof Trimming & Rehabilitation Specialized barefoot trimming on a 4–5 week schedule. Solutions for laminitis, navicular issues, negative palmar angles, metabolic disorders, and transitioning from shod to barefoot.

Boot & Composite Shoe Application Fitting and application of EasyCare and Scoot Boots, and glue-on composite shoe services. 

Nutrition & Hay Analysis Comprehensive hay sampling and analysis using Equi-Analytical techniques. Personalized diet recommendations based on forage and bloodwork assessments.

Management Analysis Evaluation of daily management, feeding practices, dentition, posture, saddle fit, and movement.
Collaboration with veterinarians, bodyworkers, and equine care professionals.

Targeted Exercise Plans Recommendations for activities tailored to your horse’s needs. That can be shared with your preferred bodyworker.

Bodywork Integration  I understand the vital role bodywork plays in equine health and soundness. While I am actively progressing toward certification in the Masterson Method® equine bodywork program, I recognize the immediate needs of your horse. In the meantime, I am happy to connect you with experienced and effective bodyworkers from my professional network who can address your horse’s specific requirements.

My qualifications include certification in advanced hoof care methods, a master’s degree in agricultural sciences, and ongoing training with renowned experts and programs like Daisy Bicking, Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners, Dr. Gellman & Dr. Judith Shoemaker, Masterson Method Massage Technique,  Dr. Eleanor Kellon, Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners, Geri White, Jeff Eddy, Lisa Huhn, Pete Ramey, and more .

​Together, we’ll create a sustainable, effective plan for your horse’s health and soundness.

Contact me today to take the next step toward healthier hooves and better performance for your horse. Text/Call: 585-880-9240 Email: [email protected]    

Together, we’ll create a sustainable, effective plan for your horse’s health and soundness.