Collins Hoof Care Services

Farrier in Santa Rosa, California

(954) 555-47924871 Horse Trail Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

About Collins Hoof Care Services

Collins Hoof Care Services is a Santa Rosa, California-based farrier operation with a service lineup focused on specialized and therapeutic hoof needs. Sonoma County has a long history of horse breeding and sport horse development, and that culture creates real demand for farriers who can handle young foals, draft breeds, and horses with complex conditions. Collins works with clients ranging from backyard horse owners to breeding operations that need consistent, knowledgeable foal care. Their mix of navicular support shoeing, glue-on shoes, draft horse work, and foal trimming speaks to a client base with specific and often challenging requirements.

Services

Foal Trimming
Glue-On Shoes
Navicular Support Shoeing
Draft Horse Shoeing
Cold Shoeing

Specialties

Therapeutic FarrieryThrush

Certifications

APF Diploma

Brands Used

Jim KeithDiamond

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start trimming a foal's hooves?
Many farriers recommend an initial assessment within the first two to four weeks after birth, especially if there are any angular limb deformities or conformational concerns. Early intervention can make a significant difference in how a foal's legs develop as they grow.
What does navicular support shoeing involve?
It typically includes applying a shoe with a rolled or rockered toe to ease breakover, which reduces stress on the navicular bone during movement. Wedge pads, egg bar shoes, or other modifications may also be used depending on the severity of the condition and your vet's recommendations.
Can Collins work on my Clydesdale or Belgian draft horse?
Yes, draft horse shoeing is one of their listed services. Draft breeds need larger, heavier shoes and a farrier who's comfortable working with horses that require more physical management than standard light breeds.
What are glue-on shoes typically used for?
Glue-on shoes are used when the hoof wall is too thin, brittle, or damaged to hold nails without causing further cracking. They're also useful during rehabilitation when protecting a compromised hoof while it regrows.
Should my vet and farrier communicate with each other?
For therapeutic cases like navicular disease or laminitis, yes, that communication is really important. The farrier's work needs to align with the vet's treatment plan, and sometimes small adjustments in shoeing make a measurable difference in the horse's comfort and recovery.
How often do horses with navicular need to be reshod?
Most therapeutic shoeing cases require a six-week cycle or even shorter, since consistent breakover maintenance is part of managing the condition. Your vet and farrier will help establish the right schedule based on how your horse is responding to treatment.

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