Farrier Directory

Find Trusted, Education-Focused Farriers Near You

Finding the right farrier can make all the difference in your horse’s soundness, performance, and comfort. At The Hoof Lab, we curate a growing directory of vetted professionals who prioritize ongoing education and excellence in hoof care.

At The Hoof Lab, we connect you with trusted farriers who provide top-notch hoof care. Our experts ensure the health and well-being of your horses with personalized services tailored to your needs.

Featured Farriers

(We’re just getting started—more certified professionals added regularly!)

-California-

  • Joe Novy – Founder of The Hoof Lab

    Riverside County/ Southern California

    Certified Journeyman (AFA), Therapeutic Farriery Specialist

    Specialties: Glue-on applications, Corrective trimming, Performance shoeing

    Serving: Trail Horses, Eventers, Jumpers, Dressage Horses, Endurance, and Rodeo Horses

    Phone: (951) 746-9279

  • Jason Dahl Farrier Service Inc – Jason Dahl

    Moreno Valley, California

    Certified Farrier (AFA), Therapeutic Farriery

    Specialties: Performance, Glue-On applications

    Serving: Jumpers, Dressage, Andalusian, Arabian

    Bio: 35 years' experience working with veterinarians and top trainers. Skills ranging from high level show horse to complicated therapeutic shoeing.

    Phone: (951) 538-4932 - Email: [email protected]

- Arizona -

  • EP Farrier Service – Eddie Palacios

    San Tan Valley, Arizona

    Certified Journeyman Farrier (AFA), Therapeutic Farriery

    Specialties: Performance, Glue-On applications, Barefoot

    Serving: Rope: Dressage Horses, Western All Around

    Bio: Ed is an AFA certified journeyman farrier with over 25 years of experience shoeing many different disciplines over that time with a major focus on therapeutic cases and veterinary cases.

    Phone: (480) 815-9970 - Email: [email protected]

- Idaho -

  • Dying Breed Forge and Farrier CO – Caleb Erickson

    Lewiston, Idaho

    Certified Farrier (AFA)

    Specialties: Performance

    Serving: Dressage Horses, Jumpers, 3-Day Eventer, Western All Around, Performance Horses, Barrel Horses

    Bio: I am a Certified Farrier (CF) through the American Farrier's Association and a lifelong horseman who grew up cowboying and training horses. I started shoeing at 19 and fully committed to the trade in 2017. Since then, farriery has given me a life I once only dreamed of. I am currently pursuing my Certified Journeyman Farrier (CJF) and compete in farrier competitions across the country. I also founded and run The Dying Breed Podcast and social media pages. I am driven by my love for family, horses, and country—and a commitment to doing the job right.

    Phone: (509 )254-1645 - Email: [email protected]

- Montana -

  • East Yellowstone Forge & Farrier – Neil J Duede

    Glendive, Montana

    Certified Journeyman Farrier (AFA), Therapeutic Farriery

    Specialties: Therapeutic and Performance

    Serving: Rope Horses

    Bio: Farrier of thirty years. With a diverse amount of experience. Specializing in rodeo and shoeing for balance.

    Phone: (307 )272-5913 - Email: [email protected]

- Nevada -

  • Sierra Farrier Service – David Sierra, CJF

    Las Vegas, Nevada

    Certified Journeyman Farrier (AFA)

    Specialties: Performance

    Serving: Dressage Horses, Jumpers

    Bio: I have been a full-time Farrier for 26 years. Achieved my American farrier Association certified Farrier in 2004 then in 2006 achieved AFA Certified Journeyman Farrier. I competed heavily in farrier competitions from 2003 to 2012; In 2016 I became an examiner with the American Farriers Association.

    Phone: (702 )400-3835- Email: [email protected]

- Washington -

  • Stray Dog Forge – Brian Strelow, BS, CJF, TE, FE, EE

    Coupeville, Washington

    Certified Journeyman Farrier (AFA)

    Specialties: Performance

    Serving: Barrel Horses, Dressage Horses, Jumpers, 3-Day Eventer

    Bio: Brian Strelow, BS, CJF, TE, FE, EE Brian Strelow is a native Washingtonian who lives on Whidbey Island with his wife Nicole and their two kids. Brian is an active member of the AFA and the local chapter FAWS. In 2001 he became an AFA Certified Journeyman Farrier and has been a fixture of the AFA certification program for many years as a tester and now as an instructor and examiner. Brian has shod a variety of disciplines over nearly 30 years under horses. Currently dressage, jumping and barrel racing horses take up the majority of his time. Brian also runs Stray Dog Forge Farrier Training which allows him the opportunity to shape the next generation of farriers.

    Phone: (360) 320-8826 - Email: [email protected]

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