For Specific Concerns, Whom Would Horse Owners Call First — The Farrier Or The Vet?
|
Specific Problem |
Farrier |
Veterinarian |
| Laminitis | 30% | 70% |
| Navicular issues | 29% | 71% |
| Hoof wounds | 38% | 62% |
| Sand cracks | 91% | 9% |
| Thrush | 80% | 20% |
| Hoof cracks | 93% | 7% |
| Hoof bruises | 77% | 23% |
| Hoof abscesses | 58% | 42% |
— 2011 American Farriers Journal horse owner survey
If You Take Your Dog To Work, Do They Get Out Of The Truck?
| Option | % Of Responding Farriers |
| Let dog go into the barn | 22% |
| Depends on client and horses | 54% |
| Leave dog in the truck | 24% |
— 2012 American Farriers Journal electronic survey among farriers having dogs
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