Founded in The Netherlands in 1916 and managed by four generations of the Kerckhaert family; the company has always maintained its lead in setting trends for others to follow. The first major change came when the motor vehicle redefined the horse as a sports and recreational animal instead of a primary means of transportation. Kerckhaert was first to respond to this change by extending its range of products to suit the needs of the sports enthusiast. Today, with more than 900 different styles in the Kerckhaert product range, and with new horseshoes being continuously introduced, Kerckhaert remains a leader in the field.