However, today
the work is undertaken on a much more scientific basis,even to the point
where a Farrier has to have Veterinary skills and can recognise and treat
infections and diseases of the foot. Also, new materials and new technologies
are being employed.
Even 'stick-on'
horseshoes are now available! |
[David
Gulley on glue-on shoes]
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A blacksmith
at work.
A further change
in tradition is that frequently today, the Farrier will travel to the
farm to attend to a horse rather than have theowner bring the horse to
the smithy
[David
Gulley on the Farrier's work today]
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