Jan 12, 2022 · We don’t talk enough about safety in farriery and the necessary precautions required for farriers to work effectively and with the least risk. Farriers should communicate with horse owners and barn managers about safety issues because many of them really do want to improve situations; they just don’t know how. To begin, we have to acknowledge that, in the …

Aug 12, 2013 · A good relationship between horse, owner, farrier, and veterinarian is critical. One more piece of wisdom I have acquired over the years—when in doubt, call and ask the ridiculous question.

Apr 10, 2024 · A farrier will most certainly not be in the greatest category if they rob a foot of its natural protection, weight-bearing, force-dampening, impact-resisting properties with an overly aggressive trim.

Sep 9, 2022 · When Team USA heads to Italy for the FEI Eventing World Championship next week, four of the equine athletes will share at least one thing in common: their farrier. While excited for the entire team, Ocala, Florida-based Chris Martelli of Fox Hill Forge will be cheering extra loudly for clients Off The Record and his direct reserve, Dondante, ridden by Will …

Nov 18, 2024 · Over the past two years since my farrier—let’s call her Jill—has been doing my horses’ feet, we’ve become really great friends. Chatting for hours while she worked turned into grabbing happy hour margaritas, which spawned the brilliant idea that we should take up kayaking, which has led to semi-regular cabin getaways with our two ...

Feb 16, 2010 · Check back soon for Part 2 of Sean’s interview. He’ll discuss the most challenging foot to shoe, what it’s like to be a part of the eventing world, and the one thing you can do to make your farrier love you. Courtney Young conducts in-depth interviews with the elite of the equestrian world on her blog Three Days Three Ways.

Nov 19, 2014 · Broadline Farrier Solutions is proud to introduce the all-new Hanton Glue-On Horseshoes. With their elegant and innovative design by expert farriers, Hanton Horseshoes represent the next generation in hoof protection which can be used for horses of all breeds and disciplines, whether on the racetrack, in the show ring, or in the field.

Mar 18, 2019 · A farrier and his son were among the victims of two mosque shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, on March 15. Khaled Mustafa came to New Zealand with his wife and three children six months ago through a refugee program helping …

Jan 6, 2010 · Other Areas Wash racks and grooming areas should be designed similarly to the stalls but with storage in mind. The minimum size of these areas to be safe and useful is 12 feet long by 8 feet wide. A farrier/veterinarian area is often taken into consideration when designing. It should be sheltered from the elements and have a solid, level floor.

May 7, 2006 · Top farrier John Favicchia answers your questions about shoeing, the horse's hoof, and anything else! John has been a farrier in the New York/Connecticut area for more than 30 years.