Farrier in Owingsville, Kentucky (Bath County)

Barefoot/corrective trimming, glue on shoes, casting.

Nigel is a very experienced Farrier of 33 years who had a shoeing practice in England and now we live just outside Richmond KY.
He served a 4-1/2 year U.K. Farriery Apprenticeship and qualified 26 years ago and holds the much coveted Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (DWCF) exam and the post-graduate higher horse shoeing exam, the Associateship of the Worshipful company of Farriers (AWCF) accolade.   In 2022 he accomplished the Fellowship examination (FWCF) the highest Horseshoeing accolade in the world of Horseshoeing for which he passed the with Honours and one of only 5 farriers in the past 60 years to do so .

Nigel also holds the USA CF (Certified Farrier); CJF (Certified Journeyman Farrier) and Forging Endorsement certifications .

Nigel has had an extensive competitive career as a Farrier and which his main highlights include: National Industrial Blacksmithing Champion; Two Italian Farriery Show Champion titles in Verona Italy; A British National Champion Medallist and has represented the England Farrier Team 8 times as a reserve and main member, with 2 World Team International wins 2013/14 and as Reserve Individual International Show Champion 2014 at Stoneleigh U.K; 2 x World championship finalist in Calgary Canada 2007/13 and a Finalist at the Europe Farriery Championships in Austria 2012.  Most recently Nigel was reserve U.K. National Champion 2015 and Won the coveted prestigious World Horseshoeing Team Classic two years in a row in Kentucky 2016 & 2017. 
He is an included clinician to the fantastic Farriery training website "Know foot Know horse" and is appointed and approved as a Judge for 10 years by the Worshipful Company of Farriers in the U.K. 
Nigel was the England team farrier manager from 2012 to 2018 for both the senior and apprentice teams.  He is also a World wide teaching Farriery clinician and judge passing on his experience of shoeing and competition and forging skills and has given clinics in Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Austria, Denmark, Sweden, Italy, and Germany and many states in the USA. He is also a Renowned Farriery Judge worldwide.

Nigel’s shoeing experience covers a huge area of expertise from pleasure horses to dressage, sports horses show jumping and Hunters and individual disciplines in many USA horse sport disciplines.

Areas covered Lexington, Versailles , Richmond and some surrounding county’s . Clients are also welcome to travel Horses for shoeing & trimming appointments to the Foremans Forge shop .

Basic Prices
Trims $60 - Extensive/ over due trimming can be charged more if depending on the severity of the feet to be restored back to normal hoof capsule parameters.

Half set (front shoes & trim Hinds $160
Full Set (4 shoes) $275
Shoe replacement visits (pulled shoes) $75
Remedial & Surgical shoeing is priced per case & time /evaluation & veterinary consultation if necessary.
Some Shoeing prices can depend on type & use /requirements etc
Extras - pad systems , grip & traction & remedial modern materials priced as to use & application requirements.

A call charge may be applicable to certain distances.

Only taking clients who will stay on a regular cycle; no longer than every 5 weeks for shoeing and 7 weeks for trimming.

Unruly or Dangerous horses to shoe or trim cannot be catered for due to safety concerns for both Farrier & Holders .
Some cases for appropriate correct & safe sedation can be considered in certain situations.... See More

Over 25 years of experience! Graduate of The Kentucky Horseshoeing School. Here to keep your horse healthy and feet balanced!

Hello, I’m Josie from Head2Toe Equine Care. I am a farrier and equine dental tech. I have been a farrier for 22 years and just recently learned to float teeth as well.
I have worked professionally with horses for over 38 years and have experience with many breeds of horses, from minis to draft. From performance to pasture pets.
I charge competitive rates and I understand that in today's economy what that means. I try not to charge trip fees. I usually just charge for gas and not my time driving.
I have good communication skills and I’m generally punctual.

I return phone calls.
I keep my appointments
I always try to do the best for your horse and the best for your pocket book
I’ll treat your baby like they are my own

Trim $40
2 shoes and trim $85
4 shoes $115

Float $125 Multi horse discounts in some cases

Please call for your farrier or dental needs

If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment then feel free to give me a call or preferably a text to

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Professional Farrier service offering all your farrier needs anything related trimming,showing gaited non gaited we can get your family member sound and happy !
David Schell 785 -226-3628

Local to Madison and Fayette Co.

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Over 34 years’ experience. Graduate of the KY Horseshoeing School. Published authors. Please contact via phone and not through website as we don’t pay for premier and cannot see your contact info. . Farrier of 2023 Derby winner Mage as a 2 year old.... See More

Professional Farrier services offering all your farrier needs. Experience in trimming, show horses, thoroughbreds, gaited, and non-gaited horses. Our goal is to keep horses sound and owners happy!

My name is Larry and I am a professional farrier. I work on all types of horses, from performance to pasture ponies, donkeys and minis. I offer total hoof care including trimming, shoeing and more. If you looking for an experienced and reliable farrier, you are looking in the right place!... See More

ZIMMER'S FARRIER SERVICES

Professional hoof care and horseshoeing you can trust.

Jeremiah is an American Farriers Association Certified Farrier with nearly 20 years of experience shoeing horses coast to coast, backed by a lifetime as a horseman. As a fellow horse owner, he understands both the needs of your horse and the concerns of the owner.

He provides quality work for all breeds and disciplines, with a specialization in founder and chronic laminitis cases.

Every horse is an individual and deserves to be treated as such.

“My goal is for your horse to perform at its highest level—and for you to be a happy owner.”

Reliable. Experienced. Affordable.

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Perfection is principle in the service I provide for the horses in my care. No hoof, no horse.

Prompt and professional servicing your backyard pet or equine athlete for all types of farrier services and equine flextion therapy if you don't reach me leave your name number and brief message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible or send me a text... See More

I am a certified journeyman farrier with the American Farriers Association

Professional farrier service serving racing, jumping, performance and therapeutic needs.

Farrier Services provided nationally and Internationally. The Kentucky Horse Park is known for having more horse breeds than any other farm in the World. We Showcase each Breed in show standard conditions. As the only Farrier for the park with more then 130 variety of horses the knowledge of each breed and specifications for hoof quality and set up are essential. I shoe 3 day eveners , Hunter's, dressage, reining horses, carriage horses, draft horses etc. Each horse is an individual with their own set of circumstances. Each horse is shod according to those circumstances. I don't believe in the "band-aid" approach but a specific goal for correction. My motto has always been if "I can't fix it". I'll find the person who can". Having many horses in my care with every ailment imaginable they stay sound. Keeping it Simple and thinking out of the "box" when needed.... See More