Palamino;

That sounds like you have a solid grasp on going shoeless. And I do agree that the transition to shoeless is like most other things.

Getting the foundation principles right and then letting the Natural structure of the hoof start to take effect.

But a hoof supplement wouldn't hurt. It is sometimes assumed that because the horse had that extra "support" holding the hoof in restriction that once it is "released" an expansion takes place and a little crack or chip does occur.

I am not at all saying I know much about natural hoof. But just what I have read and experienced.

Just my two cents, take advice from someone with a good track record and references.

Spud