Brown Mobile Farrier

Farrier in Hilo, Hawaii

(967) 555-87108208 Horseshoe Ln, Hilo, HI 96720

About Brown Mobile Farrier

Brown Mobile Farrier operates out of Hilo on Hawaii's Big Island, serving horse owners across a region that covers everything from rainy lowland farms to higher elevation ranches on the slopes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. Hilo is the wettest city in the United States, and that environment creates specific hoof care challenges that a mainland farrier might not anticipate. Being mobile means Brown comes directly to your property, which is practical given how spread out horse facilities can be across the Big Island. They handle a wide range of work including performance shoeing, corrective trimming, and navicular support cases.

Services

Hot Shoeing
Navicular Support Shoeing
Cold Shoeing
Performance Shoeing
Corrective Trimming

Specialties

Dressage HorsesFoundered HorsesHunter/Jumper

Certifications

CJFAFA Certified Journeyman Farrier

Brands Used

KerckhaertLibertyJim Keith

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes volcanic terrain harder on horse hooves than regular ground?
Sharp lava rock creates aggressive abrasion that wears down hoof walls faster than packed dirt or grass, and the irregular surface puts uneven stress on the hoof and lower leg joints. Horses working on lava rock often need more frequent checks and may benefit from shoes with harder steel or added protection.
How does a mobile farrier differ from one with a fixed shop?
A mobile farrier brings all their tools and forge equipment directly to your property, which saves you the time and stress of transporting your horse. For most routine and specialty work, there's no practical difference in what they can do on-site versus in a shop.
What is navicular syndrome and how does shoeing help?
Navicular syndrome refers to pain and degeneration in and around the navicular bone at the back of the hoof, and it often shows up as a subtle, ongoing front-leg lameness. Supportive shoeing helps by changing the angle of the hoof and reducing the strain on that area with every step.
Is hot shoeing worth the extra cost compared to cold shoeing?
Hot shoeing allows the farrier to fit the shoe more precisely to the exact shape of each hoof, which can make a real difference for horses with irregular feet or specific performance needs. For straightforward cases with well-shaped hooves, cold shoeing is often perfectly adequate.
How does Hilo's rainfall affect hoof care schedules?
Hilo's near-constant moisture keeps hooves softer than in drier climates, which can make them more vulnerable to bruising, thrush, and nail pull-through in shod horses. Staying on a regular schedule and monitoring for early signs of thrush or white line disease is especially important here.
Can corrective trimming fix a hoof that's been neglected for a long time?
Corrective trimming can make significant improvements over time, but it's a gradual process since the hoof only grows about a quarter inch per month. Severely neglected hooves may also need veterinary involvement to assess any joint or soft tissue damage that occurred during the period of poor hoof care.

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