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Another area necessary for the peace and confidence of horse and rider in Parades is to have Barium Inserts applied to the horse's shoes. . .front and back. Either your farrier can install, or you can purchase screw in posts of Barium or Rubber Stoppers that will prevent your horse from slipping on the Concrete or Asphalt should the horse become spooked by something. These Barium or Rubber screw in's will provide the horse the confidence necessary to proceed along the Parade route with security and assurance.