Patrick Ards

Patrick Ards

Patrick Ards, APF-I, owns and operates Clearhills Farrier Services in Grande Prairie, Alberta.

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The Farrier in the Freezer

When temperatures plummet and the snow flies, farriers need to begin their winter hoof care practices
There are consequences to leaving a horse’s feet uncared for during the winter. Horses’ feet can be more brittle and shelly during the cold months, so we must continue to encourage horse owners to keep up on hoof care.
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Vet-Farrier Double-Team

Chronic Abscess Case Study

Resection, soaking are among methods used by farrier an vet to return a mare to soundness

Jessie is a 9-year old Appaloosa mare that I was asked to evaluate while trimming and shoeing other horses for a new client.


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