Darby D. Holden

#inservicetothehorse

Keeping this horse with Navicular changes sound and in work with proper shoeing and management.

Handmade shoeing has many benefits. Ask about them !

Bar shoes, when handmade and properly applied, can be an important aid to keeping your older or seasoned performance horse comfortable in their later years.

The difference in handmade shoeing vs shoeing from a box is incredible.

Often neglect can be corrected safely and comfortably. Horses with soundness issues may need more frequent visits, a schedule for hoof care is an important part of owning a horse.

Concave stock comes from England. A steel specific to horseshoe making, it comes in a variety of sizes and widths and is ideal for the performing horse.

All shoeing is done HOT and all shoes are HANDMADE. Consideration of horse's size, work, and conformation determine stock and nail size/shoe type.

Professional, experienced horsemen, conscientious of your horse's needs.

Darby's AFA Certified Farrier Shoe Board demonstrating a range of skills necessary to pass the AFA Certified Farrier Exam. Darby is a certified farrier and member of the AFA.

Trimming is the essential foundation of all farrier work. A proper trim is necessary, wether the horse remains barefoot or is shod.