Here's a video by Josh Noone from hoofwork.com making a shoe from Vettec SuperFast material. Worth a watch for those who haven't tried this:
Friday Farrier Foto
Here's a photo for a Friday. I might try and post a new photo each Friday. "Might" and "try" that is. With thanks to Antonia Steeg Photography
horseshoeing photo
Here's a shoeing photo taken a couple of years ago Image courtesy of Antonia Steeg
How should a new farrier know what to charge?
It's an exciting time setting up a farrier business. Usually having just finished a period of training, we're eager to get going, to show the horse world what we've got and in many cases prove that we're better than the other guys. It's a natural feeling at the start and sometimes one that doesn't wane …
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Keeping a close eye on your farrier
Over the years, I've had clients who like to take a keen interest in what I'm doing with their horses' feet. It's a good approach - keeps them in the know with what we're trying to do with the shoeing or trimming and means they can ask questions if there's anything they don't understand and …
If my horse goes lame after being shod, should I call the farrier or vet?
Q: If my horse goes lame immediately after being shod, should I call the farrier back, or get the vet? Belinda, Auckland A: Great question Belinda. Unfortunately, the inevitable does happen occasionally when a horse is sore after a hoof-care appointment. We trim and/or shoe horses primarily in order to make them more comfortable. During …
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Farriers – when quality really counts
Times are tough financially for many around the world and the cost of keeping horses isn't cheap. Horse owners are feeling the pinch, maybe some looking for lower cost hoof care options whilst the business operating costs for farriers has skyrocketed over the past few years but their charge out rates haven't necesarily adjusted accordingly. …
Top ten technology tools for farriers
Here's a list of my top ten gadgets/software that helps me get ahead in business, makes my life easier and frees up some time to spend with the family. Any modern-day farrier who truly values their time and wants to maximise their success should make the most of technology BlackBerry - I'm currently using the …
Christchurch farriers
It's a core part of our business to provide farrier services to local horse owners, riding schools and trainers in Christchurch and Canterbury. Our international farrier supplies business and local farrier service go hand in hand and compliment each other. It's all under one umbrella of New Zealand Farriers Limited. The established farrier business offers hot shoeing, …
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