[Video] Balance & Thrive: Using Tools Outside Your Shoeing Box
Isolation, client relations, complications of operating a small business and the rigors of hoof care can increase stress and anxiety. This classroom explores practical techniques and strategies to manage stress in a physically demanding and mentally taxing profession.
Our panel of experts, led by Dr. Terri Babineau, discuss effective time management for a balanced work-life dynamic, strategies for managing challenging client relationships and expectations, recognizing and addressing burnout and coping techniques.
The 2026 International Hoof-Care Summit Video Replay
Forelock is the modern business management app for farriers and equine practitioners who want to deliver exceptional care while running a more organized, professional operation. Built for life at the barn and on the road, Forelock brings scheduling, horse records, treatment tracking, client communication, team coordination, and inventory into one streamlined system. Instead of juggling notebooks, spreadsheets, and scattered messages, you can manage your day with clarity and confidence. Whether you work independently or lead a growing team, Forelock helps you stay on schedule, maintain complete horse histories, document ongoing issues, and keep clients informed. The result is less admin, stronger continuity of care, and a smoother experience for everyone you serve. Forelock is designed for the realities of equine work: mobile, fast-paced, and detail-driven. Everything you need is in one place, so you can spend less time managing logistics and more time focused on the horses and your business thriving.
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