Does anyone have experience of effects of horse being shod after a long spell without shoes? Hogan has been barefoot for at least 4 years. My farrier is going to put front shoes on, as his front hooves are curving downwards. Should I be aware of any possible changes in his behaviour, or ride him differently initially? Farrier tapped his feet with the hammer this visit, and said he's definitely been shod at some point. Thing is, Hogan reacts badly to change - any change - and I'd like to pre-empt any bad reaction.