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HC Farrier Services, Edmonton, AB (2025)

06/20/2024

TRUTH 😂

01/26/2024

I see this all too often in the industry- horses that do not stand or horses that aren’t foot broke

It is NOT our job to foot break your horse or teach your horse to stand. We as farriers or trimmers do not get paid enough to trim or shoe your horse PLUS train it.

Our time matters- we have families, we have friends, we have commitments. Our safety matters and it is YOUR job to make sure we make it home in one piece to our loved ones. We cannot see what fluffy is doing while we’re underneath them, yes we can feel them sometimes, but we can’t always see them threaten or see their eyes harden or even try to bite us.

Yes it is our job to come in and trim or shoe your horse-THAT is our job. When horses stand, it makes our job easier and ensures that your horse will get the best trim or shoe job that it possibly can. When we do a quick shoe job or a quick trim, we’re not focused on the things we should be- we’re focused on getting it done quickly or focused on not getting hurt.

I understand that they’re horses and they have a mind of their own and they have off days- so do we! one off day is different than a recourring issue.

There’s a 20 year difference between these horses- ones FIVE and the others 25. There’s no excuses. Yes they are my horses, but I only work with them once a week if that due to having a fresh baby. But I make it a point to go out and pickup their feet, reguardless of where they are. I pickup their feet in the middle of their field with no halter- sure it’s not always successful, but I make a point of doing it. Both these horses are ground tied and both know they can leave if they want to- but they won’t and they didn’t.

Ps- yes I’m rocking leggings & tye dye fuzzy crocs. It’s my off day, give me a break

12/16/2023

I need to learn to take before and after pictures and get better at taking them from the same angle- but you get the idea from these photos!

Little bit of a cleanup of a baby horse today 🤍

12/08/2023

Here’s your chance to win!!

12/06/2023

Horse friends & clients,
Want a chance to win this super awesome gift basket from yours truly?!
Head over to my dear friends page Carla Lehman Photography to be entered to win!
She has other awesome giveaways going on daily!
My basket, that you see here is FRIDAYs giveaway so stay tuned! 😊

11/05/2023

As many of you know, I’ve been quiet for the last few months as I was on maternity leave. Baby’s now here and we’re slowly getting into a routine and figuring things out.

So just a quick update- I WILL be back to work starting in December! That being said, I will only be working part time so please prebook in advance to ensure your ponies get done on time. I will now be offering weekends (lucky you guys!), Aswell as a few spots during the week but only during the daytime.

Please be patient with me as I navigate through this new life change. If I do not reply in a timely manner, please spam me. (I will try but I got a busy baby on my hands)

I cannot wait to be back and seeing everyone and their horses again! I have missed you all 🤍

Don’t worry- I won’t be bringing her with me to work unless requested 😂😉

07/29/2023

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06/23/2023

Just wanted to pop on here for a quick update after being super busy with this nice weather-

I am unfortunately not taking on any new clients. I try to get back to everyone as quick as I can but pregnancy brain doesn’t always help with that.

I have contacted all my regular and long time clients, but I will be taking maternity leave in July and won’t be back until winter. I will potentially open my books again for a select few new clients once I’m back but that will be decided when the time comes.

I appreciate all the unconditional support from my clients over the years and can’t wait to be back at it 💕

02/01/2023

Speaking of farriers and trimming, we often see posts for people who cannot keep a farrier. Sometimes this is due to their location, but many times it's because they have unreasonable expectations.
There are a few things that will make your farrier want to stick around.
1) PAY ON TIME. Your farrier is a small business and lacks the ability to float everyone on their route a personal loan. If you pay on time for years, and you have an issue, that relationship may garner you some leeway, but you should NEVER expect it.
2) TRAIN YOUR HORSES. Horse training costs extra. Period. Your farrier is not there to provide that service. However, when farriers know you will work with your furballs, they will be more tolerant with the new-to-you horse or baby who is a bit out there until you can get that sorted.
4) DRUG WHEN NEEDED. Your farrier is self-employed and really can't afford to get hurt. Everyone else's horse is depending on them too, so spend the money for the $30 tube of dormosedan to reduce the likelihood of an ER bill whenever needed. I keep a few tubes on hand just in case.
5) STICK TO A 6-8 WEEK SCHEDULE. Your farrier has to put in a LOT more physical effort to trim down overgrown hooves, not to mention that the added stress on your horse's ligaments can lead to problems that would never have happened if you stayed on a schedule. Wild horses usually only live until an average of about 12 years old before they die due to injury, predation, or illness. To keep your horse healthy until 30, you HAVE to keep up on that trimming. Failure to do so leads to all sorts of joint issues later in life.
Keep in mind, if your farrier has to double the work on each horse's hooves they may trim in a day because they're a bit long, you're talking an extra 400 mins (20 horses x 4 hooves x 5 mins per hoof) which is 6 HOURS of work on a day they trim 20 horses. I have seen a good farrier trim 20 horses in a single barn on a good day....and still have time for lunch, but no one was overgrown.
6) PROVIDE REFRESHMENTS (and a bathroom). Farriers work in all weather. If you can provide cold drinks on warm days, warm drinks on cold days, and a couple snacks....those small gestures make their lives much easier....and your horses get trimmed faster. Also, while every single farrier has peed in a stall, a bathroom with a place to wash up is a luxury most are very grateful for.
7) COMMUNICATE RESPECTFULLY. Your farrier went to school or apprenticed for years to learn how to do this. If you and your vet have a treatment plan, communicate with your farrier like the professional they are, and explain the problem along with why your vet wants a certain solution. Your farrier can bring an additional level of expertise, and may want to speak with your vet to confirm certain things.
Don't act like your farrier is an idiot. Even if they don't know the specifics about the injury or problem, they likely still know more than you and have prior experience that warns them against doing certain things.
If you want to keep your farrier, do not take them for granted. The above things should be considered basics....if you can't meet those requirements, don't be shocked if your farrier "leaves for greener pastures".

12/27/2022

Morgan is very knowledgeable in feed and the ins & outs of companies with their grains they offer. I highly recommend her to any of my clients looking for that extra little bit of information for their furry loved ones 💕 give her page a follow! She’s super easy to work with

12/26/2022

Merry Christmas to all my lovely clients 💕
have a safe holidays and give those ponies a hug for me

12/05/2022

I will be AWAY from Dec.8th until Jan.1 on a much needed vacation and will be back to work jan.2, looking forward to seeing all your beautiful faces and horses fuzzy noses ❤️

Please book your next appointments within the next couple days if they’re due the beginning of Jan 😊

Please respect my time away from trimming and try not to message me in that time frame. I will not be checking messages, but instead enjoying some much needed family time with my husband

See you all in the new year! 💕

09/21/2022

I adore helping littles discover their love and curiosity for horses 💕

08/06/2022

I absolutely love ending my day with being able to trim a very lovely clients donkey, out in the field with no halter 😍💕

07/25/2022

I hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

I will be away in Texas from Aug 12-15. If you need your horses in before that please book now! I have very limited availability before I’m off Enjoying some sun! 😊

Have a wonderful day and enjoy your ponies and some sunshine 💕

06/20/2022

I had the cutest little helpers today at Twisted Pine Paints💕 I love being able to go in with babies and have cuddles and supervision while trimming the moms 😍

06/04/2022

Love when I’m able to help keep the horses comfortable while trimming 💕 this sweet mare was slightly uncomfortable due to founder, and wasn’t wanting to pickup her feet for very long. After offering the pads to her, she had no problem standing for her trim.

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