Edwards Farrier & Forge

Farrier in Las Vegas, Nevada

(891) 555-69719366 Horseshoe Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89101

About Edwards Farrier & Forge

Edwards Farrier and Forge is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that might surprise some people as a hub for serious equestrian activity, but the surrounding Clark County region has a substantial community of horse owners, trail riders, and working ranch operations. The desert environment here is demanding on hooves, with hard-packed caliche, rocky desert trails near Red Rock Canyon, and extreme temperature swings that stress hoof structure year-round. Edwards brings both forge work and therapeutic expertise to a market where horses need durable, well-fitted shoes to stay sound on punishing terrain.

Services

Navicular Support Shoeing
Corrective Trimming
Hot Shoeing
Natural Hoof Care
Therapeutic Shoeing

Specialties

Dressage HorsesTherapeutic Farriery

Certifications

CJFMaster Farrier

Brands Used

Save EdgeGE Forge

Frequently Asked Questions

What is navicular support shoeing and how does it help?
Navicular syndrome causes pain in the back of the foot, and specialized shoeing reduces stress on the structures involved by changing how the hoof loads and breaks over. Options like egg bar shoes extend support behind the heel, while rolled or rocker toes allow easier breakover, both of which reduce strain on the deep digital flexor tendon.
Does the hard desert terrain around Las Vegas wear shoes out faster?
Yes, rocky desert footing is significantly harder on shoes than arena sand or grass pasture. Many Las Vegas area horses on active trail schedules need resetting or replacement shoes closer to every five to six weeks, and some benefit from harder steel alloys or borium applications for added wear resistance.
What's involved in a hot shoeing appointment?
The farrier brings a portable gas forge to your location, heats the steel shoe until it's workable, and shapes it specifically to your horse's hoof rather than adapting a cold stock shoe. The hot shoe is briefly pressed to the hoof to check fit and burn a seating, then cooled and nailed. The process takes longer than cold shoeing but produces a more precise result.
Can natural hoof care work for horses in the Las Vegas desert environment?
It can, but the environment matters a lot. Hard, abrasive desert ground can actually help condition bare hooves if horses are gradually transitioned, but the same ground can cause excess wear if the horse isn't adapted. Edwards can assess whether your horse and workload are suitable candidates for a barefoot approach.
How do I know if my horse has navicular syndrome?
A veterinarian makes the diagnosis, typically through a lameness exam, nerve blocks, and X-rays. Common signs that prompt an exam include a shortened stride at the trot, stumbling, pointing one front foot at rest, or a horse that moves better on soft ground than hard. Once diagnosed, your vet and farrier work together on a shoeing plan.
How often should horses in the Las Vegas area be seen by a farrier?
Most horses do well on a six to eight week cycle, but the extreme heat and dry conditions in Nevada can cause faster hoof growth in some horses and excessive drying and cracking in others. Your farrier will help you find the right interval based on your individual horse's growth rate, workload, and hoof quality.

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