might need a new farrier and can't find the thread from a while back.

Please post recommendations and contact info for farrier.

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I think you recommended Ryan Skinner to me a couple years ago- is he cutting back? Just curious more than anything.

Artemis....check your message box. I sent you a private note.

my mother uses Ryan for her horses still. can you let me know if there is something I need to tell her please?

harrierdoc@yahoo.com

Ryan has always done an outstanding job...just curious if there is a reason for changing from him

Here's your thread from 2008...

http://mybcs.com/Content/Forums/Replies.aspx?pg=-1&tid=1186597&mid=16254771#r16254771

Cade Shepherd is good. Always used him.

I have been pleased with Ryan for years. Lately, however, I have seen some work on my horse that doesn't seem to be the highest quality that I expect and usually get from him. I am not present when he trims/shods my horse, but have
'heard" that he may have other people doing some of his work (trainees???). Also, I'm worried about his kids getting hurt, as he brings them with him to the property.
I am going to talk to him and don't want to change, but need some recommendations in case it is necessary.
He ALWAYS keeps his appointments, too, which I understand can be "iffy" with some farriers.

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I wonder if the Texas Equine Hospital in Benchley might have a lead on a good farrier. Might be worth giving them a call. 778-2529

I use, and have been VERY pleased with, Wade Smith. 979-229-1349

Cade Sheppard does our horses. He does an excellent job and is always continuing to learn new techniques. I think he does an outstanding job and is genuinely interested in the health and well being of our horses.