Working with farriers day in and day out, the staff at American Farriers Journal knows how hard you’ve worked to get to where you’re at today.

Despite the challenges and obstacles you face each day at work, you’ve managed to keep motivated to care for your clients’ horses.

In recognizing and showing our appreciation for your dedication, hard work and sacrifices, we’re announcing this year’s National Farriers Week, which will be July 5 through 11.

Spotlight on Farriers

Twenty-two years ago, American Farriers Journal launched Farriers Week for the equine industry to recognize farriers for their dedicated commitment to delivering hoof care to the horses. From this small beginning, it has grown to annual tradition for clients and equine businesses taking time to celebrate farriers.

American Farriers Journal started the “Farriers Spotlight” in 2012, which is an online-exclusive compilation dedicated to showcasing many farriers throughout the industry. The farrier tributes featured here were either submitted by members of the equine community who want to express their gratitude to the farriers who care for their horses or farriers who want to thank their mentors for invaluable lessons.

Although the original intention of Farriers Week was to provide the platform for the horse industry to reflect on all that farriers do, it has evolved into a way for farriers to pay tribute to their mentors. For some, it might require more than a week to run through all of the farriers who’ve contributed to their growth and knowledge.

Honor the farrier who…