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Discover premium hoof protection with the “Original” composite horseshoe, made in Germany. Our mission is to support your horse's optimal health and well-being by providing top-tier hoof protection. Just as humans vary, horses have unique hoof care needs. Whether they thrive barefoot, require traditional horseshoes, or benefit from the shock absorption of urethane horseshoes, we reject the one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we focus on personalized solutions for every horse.
Events - Discover Upcoming Events Showcasing our Composite Horseshoe - Fairs,
Workshops, and Seminars
We are thrilled to announce our participation in numerous trade shows, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to connect with you face-to-face during these events. Your presence at these exhibitions would provide us with the chance to engage in meaningful discussions, showcase our latest innovations firsthand, and address any queries or concerns you may have regarding our products and services. Your insights and feedback are invaluable to us, and we look forward to the prospect of meeting you in person to strengthen our partnership and further enhance the quality of our offerings.
Canada
- Horse Expo, April 2025 We will be at the Horse Expo at Westerner Park in Red Deer, From April 25 to 27, 2025 We look forward to seeing you there!
News - Keep up-to-date With the Latest Advancements in Alternative Hoof Protection
Introducing the Latest Addition to Our Innovation Range: The Hoof Sole Protector
While the majority of our horseshoes feature an open sole design with an integrated debris guard—an ideal combination for most horses—there are situations where additional protection for the hoof sole is necessary. The open sole design allows the hoof sole and frog to breathe, and the built-in debris guard, similar to the Snowgrip® in steel shoes, effectively minimizes the buildup of mud, snow, or arena sand. However, not all horses benefit from this approach, and specific circumstances call for a closed sole area to provide extra protection. To meet this need, we’ve developed our precision-fit Hoof Sole Protector (HSP), an optimized alternative to traditional square closure plates. As part of our Innovations product range, the HSP is now available at special introductory prices for testing. We’re excited to hear your experiences and welcome your feedback on this new development!
Continuous Optimization: Gradual Implementation of Accessibility in Our Canadian Online Store
We are continuously working on developing and improving our website. To ensure the best possible usability, we place great emphasis on accessible design. As the official representative of Duplo products in Canada, we align with the approach of our German partners, who are adapting their website according to the Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) and the corresponding regulation (BFSGV). Our goal is to make access to our products as easy as possible for all users and to offer a user-friendly design that meets individual needs. However, the full implementation of these measures will take some time. We greatly appreciate your understanding and patience. Detailed information can be found in our accessibility statement.
Environmental Protection and Recycling – A Crucial Challenge Across Various Sectors Today
No matter which industry we scrutinize: the issue is pervasive. As a company dealing with synthetic materials, we recognize that environmental concerns impact us as a manufacturer of composite and plastic horseshoes just as they affect producers of car tires, bicycle tires, or shoes. For instance, some stores offer collection bins with bonus programs for new purchases, providing a responsible way to dispose of used items. Additionally, several clothing companies create garments from plastic reclaimed from the ocean. While effective solutions have been found in many areas, tackling recycling challenges in our sector remains more complex. Given the current circumstances and the frequent inquiries from our customers, we aim to delve deeper into this topic in our newsletter.
New Pricing System
Dear Duplo Customers,
despite the challenges that the global economy has faced in recent years, we have maintained our prices
in Canada stable.
Our goal has always been to support our customers locally, but now it's time for us to pass on the
latest price adjustments from the German manufacturer.
We must therefore inform you that, after careful consideration, we will be adjusting prices for some
horseshoes as of April 1st.
The good news is that, after carefully examining our entire product range structure, the prices of some
models will even be decreased.
After a thorough 4-year testing phase the Heavy Duty Shoes will now leave the Innovations test range.
Don't miss the opportunity to benefit
from discounted trial rates for orders placed before April 1, 2024.
Along with these price adjustments, we will update our general pricing system to provide farriers with
the opportunity to benefit from our more favourable
B2B prices.
To benefit from our B2B conditions, please fill out the farrier list registration form and return it to
us by email.
It is important to us to inform you of this in fairness now.
This gives you the opportunity to place orders at the current prices. We thank you for your
understanding and look forward to future collaboration.
Sincerely,
Caro Lucas, Your local contact in Canada
New Contact Person in the USA!
We have great news – Kathi and Peter van der Gugten from Equine Hoof Solutions are now the new contact persons in the USA. Kathi has been working with horses for more than 20 years, and Peter spends 4 months each year in the Alps as a trail guide, always using our horseshoes. Both of them are convinced of our products and are ready to assist you with any questions or support you might need. You can find their contact information on our list of distribution partners.
Introducing new Additions In Our Range: Horseshoes Made in Germany.
Discover a wide range of horseshoes, farriers tools and accessories in our online shop. From proven solutions to ongoing innovations, our commitment to finding new ways of equine shoeing solutions remains steadfast. The German manufacturer of the original composite horseshoe tries to offer everything needed for their application in their shop – whether, nail-on, glue-on or cast application, their goal is to offer you everything at one place! Here we would like to present latest news from their range to you – in case that something might be of interest to you please reach out to us we will do our best to supply you as best as possible within Canada.
Model Revision
The genesis of our alternative horseshoe, the "original" composite horseshoe, traces back over two decades. As with any evolving industry, there comes a time to integrate fresh insights and expertise into the craftsmanship. Throughout our journey, we've amassed invaluable knowledge – gleaned from years of equine application and close collaboration with horse owners and farriers alike. Concurrently, our manufacturing technology has undergone significant advancement, enabling the realization of once-unthinkable innovations. Nestled in the Bavarian Forest of Germany, our production facility orchestrates every aspect of production seamlessly, from precision tooling and injection molding to meticulous storage and global dispatch. Our endeavor to refine horseshoe designs commenced in mid-2020. However, immediate integration of all planned enhancements across all models remains impractical. These refinements encompass various adjustments, such as transitioning from four rows of knobs to uniformly two rows on the Extra Plus horseshoe, introducing a subtle concavity on the hoof side to alleviate sole pressure, optimizing nail hole placements, incorporating a plastic lip on Extra horseshoes, and unveiling a novel profile solution for contoured horseshoes. During this transitional phase, the version of horseshoe you receive depends on the model and size ordered. Some may receive the original iteration, while others will enjoy the updated design. Should queries arise, the Duplo Team stands ready to assist.