An adjustable horse owner's and farrier's stand includes a plastic base
having a large generally flat base and an upright portion upending from
the base, and a hoof platform adjustably locked in the base. The hoof
platform height may be adjusted continuously rather than incrementally for
precise and accurate positioning of a hoof. One hoof platform includes a
diverging U-shaped cradle, with a firm but cushioning, shock-absorbing
material on its top side for holding the hoof and absorbing the concussion
of nailing and hoof maintenance. Preferably, the firm but cushioning
material is a flexible strap slung across the cradle to form a
hoof-receiving sling spaced above the surface of the cradle.
Interchangeable hoof platforms may be provided, such as an alternative
platform with a flat surface to receive the bottom of a hoof. The plastic
base, and the continuous adjustability of the height of the hoof platform,
provide a quiet, substantially non-metallic, and non-intimidating stand
that does not frighten most horses.