Edwards Horseshoeing

Farrier in Lexington, Virginia

(244) 555-54789797 Pasture Rd, Lexington, VA 24450

About Edwards Horseshoeing

Edwards Horseshoeing is based in Lexington, Virginia, serving horse owners throughout Rockbridge County and the wider Shenandoah Valley. Lexington's equestrian scene supports a range of disciplines, from trail and pleasure riding to competitive performance work, and Edwards is set up to handle the more demanding end of that spectrum. The focus on custom forge work and performance shoeing points to a farrier who brings both craft and technical knowledge to the job. For horses that compete or have specific hoof health needs, that combination is hard to replace.

Services

Custom Forge Work
Performance Shoeing
Therapeutic Shoeing

Specialties

Hunter/JumperNavicularEndurance Horses

Certifications

BWFA DiplomaCJF

Brands Used

Save EdgeJim KeithGE Forge

Frequently Asked Questions

What does custom forge work actually involve?
Custom forge work means the farrier heats metal at a forge and shapes it by hand to create a shoe built specifically for your horse's hoof. This allows for adjustments in width, toe length, heel shape, and other details that stock shoes can't easily accommodate.
Is performance shoeing only for competitive horses?
Not necessarily. Any horse doing regular, demanding work, whether trail riding, ranch work, or arena sports, can benefit from shoeing that accounts for the specific stresses their feet encounter. Performance shoeing just means the shoe choice and placement are made with the horse's job in mind.
Can therapeutic shoeing and performance shoeing be combined?
Yes, and it's a common situation. A horse coming back from an injury may need therapeutic support while still needing to return to competition. In those cases, the farrier works to meet both goals without compromising either.
How often should a performance horse be shod?
Most performance horses are on a five to seven week cycle, but some horses in heavy competition schedules or with fast-growing hooves may need attention closer to every four weeks. Your farrier can help you find the right interval based on hoof growth and wear patterns.
Do you work with veterinarians on therapeutic cases?
Farriers and vets often collaborate on horses with lameness or soundness issues, since the shoeing plan needs to align with the medical diagnosis. If your vet has made specific recommendations, sharing that information with the farrier before the appointment is always a good idea.
What types of disciplines or horse breeds does Edwards work with?
Based on the service offerings, Edwards is well suited for sport horses, trail horses, and horses with specific therapeutic needs across a range of breeds. Custom forge work in particular tends to attract owners of horses with unusual conformation or specialized shoeing requirements.

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