W A Lawrence: Accredited Farrier
IT Services in Moreton Bay

Area Serviced – Based at Morayfield, I will travel a radius from there, distance depending on the number of horses to do in the area. However for those people who wish to keep their horses barefoot, I gear my trimming towards the needs of the individual, rather than some theoretical ideal. Some horses cannot be both barefoot AND useful for the intended activity. However I do object to what I call ‘militant barefootery’, that is the notion that ALL horses should be barefoot in all circumstances. There is no reason that if a horse can do everything required of it sound and comfortable barefoot, that it should be shod. Though I expect horses to be reasonably trained to hold their feet for me, I will work with the horse that is less than perfect and look for improvement as time goes by. Barefoot/Unshod - The barefoot movement is not a bad development in the hoof care world. Getting a horse to be a well behaved for life is rarely achieved by shouting and violence. I believe this is counterproductive and prefer use my horsemanship skills to develop a relationship with the horse. Horsemanship – Farriers, tend to have a reputation as being grumpy and impatient, as a group, perhaps prone to giving your horse a belt with the rasp. That said, I am well versed in remedial shoeing and able and willing to work with your vet if necessary. It is also happens to be less expensive. This is my focus – shoeing for optimum soundness via proper hoof balance and footwear appropriate for the horses athletic needs. Well executed basic shoeing over the long term negates the need for remedial shoeing in the vast majority of cases. Though this is an extremely important set of skills, the ability to trim and balance the relatively healthy hoof and match with an appropriate standard shoe to maintain soundness and avoid pathology is far more important. Philosophy – Many farriers, enthusiastic about the trade, concentrate on their forging skills; the ability the fabricate any manner of specialized appliance suited to a variety of pathologies. It is your horse I’m working on and you have a right to ask questions and discuss his needs. Questions? I welcome your questions and feedback and am happy to explain any aspect of my work. Accreditation – Certificate of Farriery #19709 Experience – Since 1986, racehorses, All equestrian disciplines, western and general pleasure horses. Generally, Brisbane Northern and Western suburbs, Sunshine Coast and Hinterland… even Southern suburbs if enough to do. Hot/Cold Shoeing – Hot shoeing is my preferred modality as it gives superior results in the vast majority of cases, cold shoeing however is appropriate in some cases. (more).