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  • Educational Practical

    Open Letter to New Farriers

    Hello there, Congratulations on deciding to start your own farrier business! Working for yourself will be the best, most exhausting and thrilling thing you may ever do! In the words of…

  • Anatomy Educational Practical

    The Worst Trimming Rule

    Brene Brown always asks her podcast guests this question: “What is the best or worst piece of leadership advice you have received?” I wondered what is the worst trimming advice I…

  • Educational

    Evaluating Your Horse’s Pain

    One of the more emotionally difficult parts of my job is working with horses who are experiencing pain. It is especially challenging when they are suffering from chronic pain. I get…

  • Educational

    Resource: Hoof Armor Application

    This is a resource to share with my clients, but hopefully it is helpful to anyone! For context, I am located in the PNW where we have mud and rain most…

  • Educational

    The Inner World of Our Horses

    I wrote this as a Facebook post a few years ago and wanted to re-publish it, adding some thoughts. 🎠A Perspective Shift🎠 We wake up, eat breakfast, get ready for our…

  • Educational

    Hoof Care Resources: Books

    I set out to compile a list of resources for hoofcare providers, barefoot horse owners, or those who are interested in learning more about barefoot trimming and hoofcare. I am a…

  • Educational

    Hoof Care Resources: Facebook Groups

    2022 update of this article is complete! If you’re interested in learning more about barefoot hoof care, if you are curious about different trimming styles, or if you’re gearing up to…