Will The Hoof Cinch

Chuck Potter is the owner/operator of Donkey Hill Farm Farrier Service

Got a foundered horse and need a farrier-invented tool to fight laminitis?

Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated June 2026

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Will The Hoof Cinch?

The Hoof Cinch™
Finally a safe, affordable and effective solution to the misery of Founder or Laminitis!

What Is Chuck Potter, Inventor of The Hoof Cinch?
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Chuck Potter is the owner/operator of Donkey Hill Farm Farrier Service. Chuck served in the military for 21 years, received two associate degrees, and did bodyguard work overseas before deciding to turn his attention to the farrier business. He attended the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing in 2004 and has been a full time farrier since. Specializing in corrective work, with a passion for helping laminitic horses led to an amazing discovery. He tried serveral other methods that worked fairly well but wanted an invention that would actually fix founder. His passion for excellence has led to the horses life changing Hoof Cinch.

Will The Hoof Cinch

™ Hurt My Horse?

No! The Hoof Cinch™ was originally designed to relieve the pain caused by laminitis. The attachment screws do not penetrate the hoof wall into the sensitive structure so there is no pain caused by the attachment of The Hoof Cinch™.

Can Anyone Apply The Hoof Cinch™?

The Hoof Cinch™is designed to be applied by farriers, veterinarians, and the horse owners. We Highly recommend you have your farrier apply The Hoof Cinch™ because they know the structure of the hoof and how the bones of the hoof need to be aligned. Also, there are some recommended trimming specifications that your farrier will know best on how to apply.

How Does The Hoof Cinch

™ Work?
When applied approximately one inch below the coronary band, The Hoof Cinch™ stabilizes the hoof wall. A common misconception is that the hoof is a rigid structure. That is not the case. Every time the horse steps on the hoof it is flexing. If the laminae are inflamed due to laminitis, that flexing causes the inflamed laminae to stretch, causing the pain in the hoof. The Hoof Cinch™ stops the hoof from flexing where the laminae are being stretched.

When the hoof wall is stabilized with The Hoof Cinch™ the hoof wall is forced back towards the coffin bone. As the hoof grows down that force allows the horse to grow the rotation out of the hoof, realigning the coffin bone with the hoof wall.

Can I Ride My Horse?

If your horse is sound and walking fine, and not suffering from an acute laminitis episode you can ride your horse with The Hoof Cinch™ attached.

How Long Do I Leave On The Hoof Cinch?

™?
For best results, we recommend The Hoof Cinch™ stay attached for 12-16 weeks. The Hoof Cinch™ does not need to be applied permanently. You do need to find the cause of the founder or laminitis so you can help prevent a relapse!

Does Hoof Cinch?

™ Really Work?

The Hoof Cinch™ was tested for a year on almost 60 horses with varying degrees of founder. Old founder cases as well as horses with acute laminitis were treated as part of the testing of the product. Radiographs were taken before and after treatment and every subject showed either a reduction of coffin bone rotation or a complete elimination of the rotation.

Are You Moving The Coffin Bone?

No, once it is rotated the coffin bone cannot be moved back to its original position. The Hoof Cinch™ stabilizes the hoof wall and forces the hoof wall growth back toward the coffin bone. As the hoof wall grows down along the coffin bone, it realigns with the rotated coffin bone. In essence, since we cannot move the coffin bone back to the hoof wall we move the hoof wall back to the coffin bone allowing the horse to "grow out" of the rotation.

What If My Horse Is Trimmed Using "Natural Methods", Can Hoof Cinch Still Work?

The Hoof Cinch™ does not require any shoeing and so it is compatible with natural and barefoot trimming methods as well as the traditional farrier techniques.

Is The Hoof Cinch

™ Easy To Apply?

Yes! Any Farrier or Vet can do it and we have easy instructions to help. Our staff is always available for further help by phone if you need us.

How Much Does Hoof Cinch?

™ Cost?
The real question is how much does the Hoof Cinch Save? The Hoof Cinch is only $60 per set with $5 shipping to anywhere in the USA. That is a very small cost indeed to affect the life and productivity of your horse.

What Do People SAY ABout The Hoof Cinch

™?

I just wanted to let you know how pleased we are with the Hoof Cinch.We have a 17 yr old mule that has foundered for years after an abscess infected his coffin bone and we had to have 30% of it removed surgically. The minute we applied it he stood up straight and has ever since.He's better every day and hasn't had to have any Bute.He's had them on for 2 weeks and seems normal but we're going to leave them on a little longer.Thank you for thinking "outside the box" and inventing this product.I'll tell everyone I know about it.Our farrier is really impressed! Thanks again.

Faith B Oklahoma

Hi there! We just shot additional films of my horse's feet, after he's had the hoof cinches on for a month. Vet and Farrier and me, for that matter, are stunned. There is no way there should be this much improvement in only four weeks. LF was rotated 7 degrees, now at 1, RF was rotated about 4, now at < 1. Totally amazing ! I will go to the website and order a new set, just to have on hand, but no express shipping necessary this time.Thank you so very much!! Collage photos of his films attached. Let me know if you need any other info. He is a 18 year old TB that raced until he was 10. We suspect possible metabolic issues, but have not done any chemistry panels or tests. We appreciate your product very much!

Libby Henderson & Sam Greensboro, FL

OMG Chuck! I wish I would have had my camera tonight. He is walking 100% better on all feet. The one with the limp is now being used but not with full weight yet with out limping. Thank you for coming up with this product!!! I will send video tomorrow if you would like. I was moved to tears when I saw him! He has suffered so much pain For almost 3 months before I heard about your product.To see him like this there are no words. Thanks again!

Darlene Shawano WI

The Hoof Cinch is an amazing equine product first brought to my attention in the fall of 2012. Every horse I have applied the Hoof Cinch to showed an immediate improvement. The Hoof Cinch stabilizes the hoofwall and forces the wall to grow back toward the coffin bone. It also seems to stimulate the coronary band allowing for a fast 10 to 16 weeks recovery. Shoeing is very painful for a foundering/laminitc horse. The application of the Hoof Cinch is painless. As with any medical problem the underlying cause must be resolved for a complete recovery.

Eric Schuberg Farrier Mackinac Island, MI

Order The Hoof Cinch

™ Today!

Don't wait! Laminitis and Founder are deadly scenarios to any horse, mule, donkey or pony. Help is immediate and affordable! Call and let us help you with an order today!

What exactly is The Hoof Cinch?

The Hoof Cinch is a patented, U.S.-made stainless-steel band that fastens around the front of a foundered hoof to keep the hoof capsule from flexing under the horse's weight. By bracing the capsule, it lifts the painful pressure off the laminae the moment it is applied, which is why owners and farriers report horses standing and walking more comfortably almost immediately. It is sold as a set of two and is designed to work with or without shoes. Chuck Potter, the inventor, describes the goal simply: "We are bringing the hoof back to normal."

Hoof Cinch Standard size pair for laminitis and founder, $60 per pair

Who is Chuck Potter, and how was the Cinch born?
Chuck Potter is the owner/operator of Donkey Hill Farm Farrier Service in Dakota, Minnesota, and a full-time farrier since attending the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing in 2004. Before farriery he served 21 years in the military, earned two associate degrees, and did bodyguard work overseas. His specialization in corrective work and his drive to actually fix founder, rather than just manage it, led him to develop The Hoof Cinch over a year of research alongside veterinarian Dr. Jan Doelle, DVM, of Fountain City, WI.

The Lift navicular treatment device by Hoof Cinch LLC

How does The Hoof Cinch relieve founder pain?

The Cinch reduces the stress on the laminae as the horse bears weight by acting as a brace on the hoof capsule. Because the rotated coffin bone itself cannot simply be repositioned, the device instead redirects the new growth of the hoof capsule back toward the coffin bone for a pain-free correction. As Potter puts it, "The Hoof Cinch stabilizes the hoof wall and forces the hoof wall growth back toward the coffin bone." Full correction typically runs 16 to 20 weeks, and with the right treatment for the underlying cause the Cinch carries roughly a 95% success rate.

Hoof Cinch stainless-steel Crack Repair Kit for cracked horse hoof wall

How is it installed, and what sizes are available?
Installation is fast and meant to be pain-free: the band is set about an inch below the coronary band, then fastened into the hoof wall with screws and attaching plates using a cordless drill and tightened so the capsule can no longer flex. The Hoof Cinch comes in three sizes to fit any equine: Mini/Pony (mini to 000), Standard (00 to 4), and Big Boy (5 and up). Extra screws are offered in 5/16" for Mini/Pony and 3/8" for Standard/Big Boy, with extra Hold Down Tabs available at $2.00 each.

What else does the company make beyond the Cinch?

Hoof Cinch LLC offers a small, focused product line for hoof rehabilitation. The Lift for Navicular sells for $35 and is applied by a farrier using epoxy (Equilox epoxy is recommended). The Crack Repair Kit is $12.50, comes in one adjustable size, and is made of stainless steel for repairing a cracked hoof wall. The company also sells Hoof Cinch Hats for $20 in four colors, one size fits all. Free tech support is available across the line.

How do you buy The Hoof Cinch and reach the company?

The Hoof Cinch is priced at $60 per pair (the FarmShow feature lists it as $60 plus $5 shipping for a set of two), and the company ships worldwide with support by, text, and. You can order through the products page at hoofcinch.com or call. The business is located at 39751 County Road 12, Dakota, MN 55925, and reachable by. The company's stated mission is helping horses get back on their hooves quickly and safely.

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The Solution Section (FAQ)

Are You Moving The Coffin Bone?

No, once it is rotated the coffin bone cannot be moved back to its original position. The Hoof Cinch stabilizes the hoof wall and forces the hoof wall growth back toward the coffin bone. As the hoof wall grows down along the coffin bone, it realigns with the rotated coffin bone. In essence, since we cannot move the coffin bone back to the hoof wall we move the hoof wall back to the coffin bone allowing the horse to grow out of the rotation.

Can I Ride My Horse?

If your horse is sound and walking fine, and not suffering from an acute laminitis episode you can ride your horse with The Hoof Cinch attached.

What If My Horse Is Trimmed Using Natural Methods , Can Hoof Cinch Still Work?

The Hoof Cinch does not require any shoeing and so it is compatible with natural and barefoot trimming methods as well as the traditional farrier techniques.

What is The Hoof Cinch and what does it treat?

The Hoof Cinch is a patented, U.S.-made stainless-steel band that wraps around the front of the hoof to treat the pain of founder and laminitis in horses. It works by bracing the hoof capsule so it cannot flex under the horse's weight, which immediately removes stress from the inflamed laminae. It is sold as a set of two and described by its maker as a safe, affordable and effective solution to the misery of founder or laminitis.

How much does The Hoof Cinch cost?

The Hoof Cinch is priced at $60 per pair. The FarmShow feature on the product lists it as $60 plus $5 shipping for a set of two. That is dramatically less than traditional founder treatment that can involve nerve blocks, sedation, and specialty shoeing.

What sizes does The Hoof Cinch come in?

It comes in three sizes to fit any equine: Mini/Pony (mini to 000), Standard (00 to 4), and Big Boy (5 and up). Choosing by the horse's shoe-size range makes it easy to match the Cinch to minis, ponies, full-size horses, and drafts. Extra screws are offered in 5/16 inch for Mini/Pony and 3/8 inch for Standard/Big Boy.

Who invented The Hoof Cinch?

It was invented by Chuck Potter, a Minnesota farrier and the owner/operator of Donkey Hill Farm Farrier Service. He developed it over about a year of research and development together with veterinarian Dr. Jan Doelle, DVM, of Fountain City, WI. Potter's specialization in corrective farrier work and his determination to actually fix founder, not just manage it, drove the invention.

What is Chuck Potter's background?

Before becoming a farrier, Chuck Potter served in the military for 21 years, received two associate degrees, and did bodyguard work overseas. He attended the Minnesota School of Horseshoeing in 2004 and has been a full-time farrier since. He runs Donkey Hill Farm Farrier Service in Dakota, Minnesota.

How does The Hoof Cinch actually work?

It reduces the stress on the laminae as the horse bears weight by acting as a brace on the hoof capsule. Because the rotated coffin bone cannot simply be moved back into place, the Cinch instead redirects the new growth of the hoof capsule back toward the coffin bone for a pain-free correction. In Chuck Potter's words, it stabilizes the hoof wall and forces the hoof wall growth back toward the coffin bone.

How long does a correction take with The Hoof Cinch?

A full correction typically takes 16 to 20 weeks. During that time the new hoof growth is redirected back toward the coffin bone while the Cinch keeps the capsule stable. Pain relief, however, is often reported almost immediately after application.

What is the success rate of The Hoof Cinch?

The company reports approximately a 95% success rate when the underlying cause of the founder is properly identified and treated. That means addressing conditions such as EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome), PPID/Cushing's, or thyroid issues through bloodwork in addition to using the Cinch. The device is meant to work alongside, not replace, proper veterinary diagnosis and care.

How is The Hoof Cinch installed?

The band is positioned about an inch below the coronary band and then fastened into the hoof wall with screws and attaching plates using a cordless drill, then tightened so the hoof can no longer flex. The company describes the installation as easy to apply and pain-free, and a set can be installed in minutes. Demonstration videos are provided so farriers and owners can see the process.

Can The Hoof Cinch be used with shoes?

Yes. One of its listed features is that it works with or without shoes, so it fits into a wide range of existing hoof-care and trimming programs. This flexibility lets a farrier apply it whether the horse is barefoot or shod.

Does the company make products other than the Hoof Cinch?

Yes. Hoof Cinch LLC also makes The Lift for Navicular at $35, applied by a farrier with epoxy (Equilox epoxy is recommended), and a stainless-steel Crack Repair Kit at $12.50 for repairing cracked hoof walls. The Crack Repair Kit comes in one adjustable size. The company also sells Hoof Cinch Hats for $20 in four colors.

What is The Lift and what does it treat?

The Lift is a separate Hoof Cinch LLC product designed for navicular cases, priced at $35. It is easy for a farrier to apply, is installed pain-free using epoxy (Equilox epoxy recommended), and is intended to relieve pain quickly. Tech support is available for farriers applying it.

Is The Hoof Cinch made in the USA?

Yes. The Hoof Cinch is a patented, U.S.-made device. Its core construction is stainless steel, the same material used in the company's Crack Repair Kit, chosen for durability against the demands of hoof use.

Do I still need a veterinarian and farrier if I use The Hoof Cinch?

Yes. The company stresses that you should contact a farrier and veterinarian immediately when you suspect founder, and that the Cinch works best alongside proper diagnosis. Bloodwork to rule out EMS, PPID, and thyroid problems is essential so the underlying cause is treated, which is what makes the roughly 95% success rate achievable.

What do customers and professionals say about The Hoof Cinch?

Testimonials come from veterinarians, farriers, clinicians, and owners. Dr. Doelle, DVM calls it a valuable tool that decreases pain by stabilizing the hoof capsule and reducing stress at the laminar surface, and farrier Erik Schuberg of Mackinac Island, MI says every horse he applied it to showed immediate improvement. Owners like Rick and Angie B. call it the greatest founder product ever made.

How do I order The Hoof Cinch and contact the company?

You can order through the products page at hoofcinch.com or call 1-855-442-4624. The company is located at 39751 County Road 12, Dakota, MN 55925, and can be reached by email at [email protected]. They ship worldwide and offer support by phone, text, and email.

Are replacement parts and accessories available?

Yes. The company sells extra screws sized 5/16 inch for the Mini/Pony Cinch and 3/8 inch for the Standard and Big Boy Cinches, plus extra Hold Down Tabs at $2.00 each. Branded Hoof Cinch Hats are also offered at $20 in four colors, one size fits all. Free tech support is available across the product line.