A graduate from Mesalands College in Tucumcari, NM with a degree in Farrier Science after a two year study program under industry respected farrier Jacob Butler, CJF, AWCF. During this time of study Brian had the opportunity to complete three summer apprenticeships under several talented farriers, as well as preparing for the American Farriers Association Certification under world class farrier/bl
acksmith Jim Keith, CJF. This led to passing the strenuous three part exam on the first attempt prior to graduation, and later passing the highest level of certification in the U.S. Certified Journeyman Farrier (CJF). In 2006, he graduated and started his own practice trimming and shoeing for a variety of breeds and disciplines varying from miniature ponies to the Grand Prix jumper. After more than a dozen years of shoeing horses he insists that continued education is a must in this industry. Brian regularly attends clinics, seminars, competitions, as well as communicating and working along with other accomplished farriers. This allows the utilization of all modern products, materials, procedures, and applications along with centuries of traditional principles to best achieve balance, top level performance, and keeping clients horses "A Stride Ahead".
