Tackling Thrush Concerns

Some 43% of full-time farriers deal with thrush on a weekly basis, 17% monthly, 14% only a few times a year and 25% find it depends on the season and environmental conditions.

— 2020 American Farriers Journal Business Practices survey 

What Geographic Area Pays Best for Hoof-Care Work?

The average yearly income in 2019 for all farriers was highest at $136,142 in the northeastern United States. This compares with a nationwide average income for full-time and part-time farriers of $97,158 per year.

— 2020 American Farriers Journal Business Practices survey