I have always been fascinated with the equine hoof. Even as a kid I would watch for hours as farrier’s would work on my horses hooves. I started my professional equine career in training. Helping clients gain trust and partnership with their horses through groundwork and riding exercises. It wasn’t till I had a horse with chronic hoof problems that I started my research and education into the equine hoof and a career as a farrier.

I initially started with the traditional education of trimming and nailing on metal shoes. While the education I gained helped me to better understand the Equine hoof I was still struggling to find the right answer to help my horse with chronic hoof issues. Different metal shoes would help for a while but were not a long term solution for her.

I then started expanding my knowledge into the field of natural hoof practitioners and trimming the barefoot horse. I did study courses, went to seminars and read every book I could find on trimming the barefoot horse. I started changing my approach to how I looked at a hoof. Realizing that there was more to the health of the hoof than just the hoof itself. That the horses environment, the terrain it lived on, what type of riding it did, it’s diet, etc. all played a role in the health of the hoof. I started having a “whole horse” approach to how I looked and cared for each individual horses hooves. Realizing that what worked for one horse may not be the best option for another horse.

I started developing relationships with hoof boot companies to have a variety of hoof protection options for my clients. Becoming a dealer for EasyCare, Cavallo, Equine Fusion and Swiss Galoppers. Working closely with vets to fully asses a horse that is having specific hoof issues. Learning to read x-rays and applying specific measurement’s to the trim set by the vet. Resecting damaged or unhealthy hoof wall and apply hoof casts if needed. Helping horses recover from Founder or Chronic laminitis.

All of this knowledge allowed me to find the answers for not only my horse but many of my clients horses. Allowing them to live more comfortable and sound lives.

I have continued over the years to further my knowledge of the equine hoof and stay up to date on the most recent hoof care options. Learning how to work with different glues to offer glue one shoes.