Davis Custom Horseshoeing

Farrier in Atlanta, Georgia

(303) 555-36216052 Bridle Path, Atlanta, GA 30301

About Davis Custom Horseshoeing

Davis Custom Horseshoeing operates in Atlanta, Georgia, serving horse owners across a metro area where equestrian facilities and private barns are spread across the city's outer suburbs and rural fringes. Atlanta's mix of clay-heavy red soil and varied terrain means hooves are under different stresses depending on where your horse lives and works. A farrier familiar with the region understands those differences firsthand. Davis focuses on targeted services like navicular support shoeing, barefoot trimming, and foal care, keeping the scope of work precise rather than scattered.

Services

Barefoot Trimming
Navicular Support Shoeing
Foal Trimming

Specialties

LaminitisClub FootNavicularWhite Line Disease

Certifications

CJFAPF Diploma

Brands Used

KerckhaertLibertySt. CroixDelta

Frequently Asked Questions

What is navicular syndrome and how does shoeing help?
Navicular syndrome involves pain and degeneration in the navicular bone and surrounding structures in the horse's foot, often causing a shortened stride or stumbling. Corrective shoeing can reduce stress on the area by adjusting the breakover point and adding support, which won't cure the condition but can significantly improve comfort and soundness.
Should I have a vet involved before navicular support shoeing?
Yes, a veterinary diagnosis with X-rays is strongly recommended before starting any therapeutic shoeing program. This gives the farrier accurate information about the angle of the navicular bone and where pressure needs to be reduced or redistributed.
How is barefoot trimming different from just pulling a horse's shoes?
A proper barefoot trim follows specific principles around sole depth, wall thickness, and breakover to keep the hoof functional without shoes. Simply removing shoes without the right trim often leaves the horse sore and the hoof unbalanced.
Can a horse with navicular disease stay barefoot?
Some horses with mild navicular changes do manage barefoot with careful trimming and management, but many need the added support and breakover modification that a shoe provides. It depends on the severity of the condition, the horse's workload, and how they respond to each approach.
How does Atlanta's clay soil affect hooves?
Georgia's red clay holds moisture, which can soften hoof walls and create conditions where thrush and white line disease thrive. During dry spells that same clay bakes hard and becomes abrasive, so hooves can swing between being too soft and too dry depending on the season.
At what age should a foal have its first trim?
Most farriers recommend a first evaluation between two and four weeks of age, with trimming starting around four to six weeks if the hoof growth warrants it. Early intervention is key for foals showing any signs of angular or flexural limb deviations.

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