Where Do Farriers Get Information on New Footcare Products?

Full-time farriers were asked to indicate the importance of nine sources when it comes to obtaining information on new hoof-care products.

Product Information Source % of Farriers
Other farriers 72%
American Farriers Journal 70%
Local clinics 68%
Websites 64%
Farrier shops 52%
Conferences, conventions 51%
Manufacturers 44%
International Hoof-Care Summit 33%
General horse magazines 22%

— 2020 American Farriers Journal Business Practices survey

What Measures Do Farriers Take to Stay Safe?

Some 6% of full-time farriers require that someone else be present when trimming and shoeing horses. Only 9% are willing to work alone on a regular basis.

— 2020 American Farriers Journal Business Practices survey