Horse owners have many expectations of a farrier. Recognizing and positively acting upon horse owner expectations are critical aspects of building a successful farrier business. Ignoring those expectations will negatively affect a farrier’s ability to build a successful business.
So, you’ve graduated farrier school or finished an apprenticeship and are ready to launch your own farrier business. You might be thinking, “What are my next steps? How can I stand out from other farriers? What does it take to run my own business?”
It’s important for the farrier school graduate and the mentor to understand the definition of the word “apprentice” before either individual enters into a working relationship.
Congratulations on your choice of industries. If it becomes for you half of what it has been for me, you are in for a great life. There are few jobs or industries that I know of that will give back like this one, so enjoy the ride.
I have taught horseshoeing for more than 40 years to more students than anybody else ever has. Most of my graduates have gone on to shoe horses professionally and made a living for themselves and their families.
Congratulations on taking the first step toward establishing your equine hoof-care business.
Farrier school is a great start, but your education doesn’t stop with your name on a diploma.
The AAPF/IAPF have recently learned that the AVMA has determined to make no changes in their 2018 Model Veterinary Practice Act. This is excellent news for both the farrier and the veterinarian communities.
As farriers we spend a lot of time and financial resources educating ourselves about therapeutic work. Our advanced skills are often left in the truck because of financial constraints of treating a lame horse.
This week's facts and figures... What Do You Do If A Prospective Customer Owes Money To Other Farriers? Are There More Small Or Large Equine Operations? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
This week's facts and figures... Do Horse Owners Know If Their Farrier Is Certified? Where Do You Pick Up Farrier Supplies? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
In this episode, Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Renchin, recalls Red’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.
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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.