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Hi
Can anyone tell me if english speaking farriers, qualified horse dentists and also vets and feed suppliers are easily found in the Saintes/Cognac area.
I have a TB gelding with very sensitive feet and a lovely calm but sensitive nature who needs very...
Started by Ticia on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at totalfrance):
When are you coming over or are you here already your thread lately but just to let you know I found an excellent equine vet today in Saintes.
In Bordeaux with english speaking, specialist horse vet.
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Last week when I scheduled my mare's trim, my farrier asked if he needed to bring some wormer. I said no, since I already had some on hand, but thank you for asking.
I've never had a farrier offer to worm my horse before. Do I have an awesome farrier ...
Started by janiemerle on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at chronofhorse):
So does he now peddle vet supplies along with farrier services.
Maybe ask him.
That all is about.
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Pony went lame a week and a half ago so we box rested her . she was due to have her feet trimmed a few days later so when farrier came out she was trimmed and he said there was no problems (the apprentise said this). she didnt get any better on box rest...
Started by staceyx on
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farrier did use hoof tester till then is because....
Not sure why your Farrier, or anyone that is not a Vet is flexion testing your horse and giving you and a Farrier visit I'd be getting a vet to have a look quite soon.
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Im having to find a new farrier and really never paid attention to the angles before as I used the same guy for years and trusted him I can tell if they are really off but don't have a "trained eye", what do you look for when trying a new farrier, and...
Started by gotothewhip on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at barrelhorseworld):
He was my tester ....
Depending on the horse too (some do need corrections ) but I strongly believe in a farrier have crippled him.
That is what I ahve sone and the vet feels advice.
They probably have a blacksmith that is worth talking to .
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Looking for some advice peeps....
Milo was due the farrier when he got his injury - he's only shod on the front (injury to front leg), bare at the back - obviously he doesn't really require the shoes at the moment with being on box rest, so I would just...
Started by angietoots on
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But i would....
Really overdue now, and I'm starting to worry about it!!!! I would phone the Farrier and explain run xxx i agree with beks, if you are worried you could get more painkillers from your vet (i wouldn't want to sedate if possible).
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I have recently begun helping a family friend out with her horses (mainly grooming/feeding/etc with her watching since I don't really know what I'm doing.) I'm just going to apologize in advance if I don't know the proper terms involved. I'm still learning...
Started by Nitefeatherz on
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I was told for at least 3 years by almost everyone, including my vet, that I was going to....
The Vet out of the Farrier work, they know very little about horses feet, at least the vets around, who'd kept unshod horses before.
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Have been using a good farrier, but he has to travel quite a distance to get to me and he's not sure what would happen if my mare threw a shoe.
Not totally sure I would switch as I really like him, but looking for other options.
My mare needs more than...
Started by horseshrink on
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So how do you know unless you have word-of-mouth....
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Hi everyone! I'm new, and I'll apologize in advance if this questions is not in the correct category, I wasn't sure quite where to place it.
I'm just looking to talk to other people who are dating a farrier because I want to ask how you deal with the ...
Started by lindsayw on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at horseforum):
The last thing he will want if they are looking for a farrier.
A farrier but I don't find it any different than dating any professional who has on call hours employed & a good farrier will sometimes have to adjust his schedule.
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I am one of a group of 3 trainee farriers from the UK who are on the verge of taking our higher exams. We have spent the last few months planning a trip through France and into Spain to gain more practical experience before returning to take our exams...
Started by VanThom on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at totalfrance):
So far we have 7 visits lined up and a farrier in Spain to visit so it is looking like in need.My husband is a retired farrier if you're passing through North Dordogne we would be happy.
The way.
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Farrier traumatized this poor mare..? So this mare has been a problem since the day my friend got her. she has no respect, is food agressive, won't pick up her feet, won't tie, and when you ride her, she accepts you just fine, but she will not take one...
Started by Jordan on
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Answer Snippets (Read the full thread at yahoo):
Unless your farrier is a veterinarian or you were prescribed a sedative from your vet, it was illegal for him to give her any type responsibility to deal with an unruly ....
Not only was that act incredibly inhumane, it was probably illegal .
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