Safe for you, comfortable for the horse
That is the overriding message throughout this course: learn how to work with horses in a non-threatening way that is safe for you and comfortable for the horse.
Interested in seeing an overview of what you will learn in the Farrier Foundation Course?The horse, a flight animal, is easily frightened and will either run or strike out in defense of real or perceived threats. We teach you how to handle a horse so trust is instilled and the horse works with you, not fights against you. Module 1.
If you are new to this wonderful world of horses and don’t know a forelock from a fetlock or feather, we take you through all the essential points on a horse. Learn the 10 behavioral traits of a horse and how to deal with each of them in a non-threatening way. We teach you horsemanship. Module 2.
Learn every aspect of the hoof so that you know -- really know -- the best way to trim a hoof. Being confident in your knowledge is a great leap towards becoming a professional farrier. Learn the good, the bad and the ugly foot conformations in Module 3.
Of course you will need the proper farrier tools. All the information you need is in Module 4.
Shoeing demands forging skills. Hone your forging skills in Module 5.
Good farrier + good business sense = successful business. Learn these skills in Module 6.
Plus many bonuses.
Or, learn more: read the content details in each of the modules. And hear what some of our very satisfied students have to say.