A horseshoe is a fabricated product made of metal or synthetic materials designed to protect the horse' hooves from wear.
The hooves have palmar surface where the horse shoes are attached; either by nailing it on or by glueing it on.
Fitting the horseshoe on the hooves can not be done by anybody, it is a specialized skill and must be conducted by a farrier.
Farriers specialize in preparing the hooves, assessing for potential lameness issues, and fitting the correct shoe not only to protect the hooves from wear but also to prevent future injuries to the horse.
