Expectations
What you can Expect from me
Professional, dependable, and honest farrier service.
• High-quality trimming and shoeing based on the individual horse
• Experience with performance, ranch, trail, and therapeutic cases
• On-time appointments
• An apprentice may be present and assisting, with all work performed to my standards
• If running more than 10 minutes late, I will call or text
• Gentle but firm horsemanship
• Patient with young, old, and difficult horses
• Fair pricing based on time, skill, and cost of doing business in this area
• Willing to work with veterinarians when needed
• Clean, safe, and professional work practices
What I Expect From Clients
For the safety of the horse, the owner, and myself, the following is expected at each appointment:
• Horse must be caught before scheduled time
• Safe, dry, level area at least 12’ x 12’
• Solid place to tie (rail, trailer, or post at proper height)
• Horse must wear a safe halter
• Dogs and children must be under control
• Full disclosure of kicking, biting, pulling back, or lameness
• If sedation is needed, discuss it with Nate first
• Horse must not be eating or drinking while being worked on
• Dry place to work if weather is bad
• Payment due when services are completed
Young, Nervous, or Difficult Horses
I have experience working with young and difficult horses, but I am not a trainer. Horses must be safe enough to work on.
If a horse cannot be handled safely, training or sedation may be required before I will continue.
Safety and quality work are always the priority.