Kim's Farrier Service

04/30/2026

On the trails with EasyCare Inc. Protective Hoofwear Glove and Back Country hoof boots this spring!

I recommend booting or shoeing at least the fronts for support when riding trails known to have rock and varying unfamiliar terrain, especially when going for miles. Both options help prevent abnormal wear and tear and help hooves maintain balance. 🐴

03/25/2026

Keep ‘Em Ringin clinic by Virginia Horseshoers Association May 15 and 16 at Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens 🐴

02/26/2026

Thanks ExtensionHorses and University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture for this infographic!

We are definitely in the sloppy season where it does not dry out for long, if at all, between rain and snow. Over the last few weeks I have been trimming lots of frog shedding and finding some areas of thrush in clefts (central sulcus), commissures (grooves along sides of frog), and layers shedding.

Highly recommend picking hooves and disinfecting regularly to help ward off foul smelling crud and infection. Some time in a stall or dry run-in are helpful. There are lots of disinfectants on the market ~ Banixx and iodine are my go-tos. Spring is around the corner! 🐴🤠

02/03/2026

The best natural hoof cleanser ~ snow!! ❄️🐴

01/26/2026

Grateful for small hoof boots from EasyCare Inc. Protective Hoofwear! Was out for routine trim in late December for this pony that deals with chronic laminitis. Rx2 therapy hoof boots fitted in August 2024 are still providing comfort and support when needed. 🐴🥰

12/30/2025

Virginia Horseshoers Association clinic Friday, January 2 and Saturday, January 3 with annual meeting Saturday!🐴

12/13/2025

Had the pleasure of riding this at Lake Point Farm in Suffolk with a few of my Stars and Stripes Drill Team teammates last night! Was beautiful to see the Christmas lights on horseback! It’s on again this evening ~ Saturday 12/13!🐴🎄🌟🥰

One of supporting farms in Suffolk, Lake Point Farm, is hosting a Christmas Light Trail Ride Friday 12/12 and Saturday 12/13 this weekend! 🐴🌟🎄

Their event is open to the public with or without a horse! They will have obstacles in the arena for riders in addition to the trail ride! Parking will be in an open field.

Food and vendors include:
Lula Mae’s Mobile Kitchenllc (Friday)
DAVIS BOYZ BBQ (Saturday)
Britches & Boots 4-H Horse Club
Susan Wendt - Cowgirl Custom Creations from Miss Lilly's Trading Post and Bemer Therapy Hampton Roads
The Painted Story
Nitwick Smell Goods (Friday)

Some of our drill teammates will be supporting their event both nights, as well as some participating in the Suffolk Holiday Parade in Downtown Suffolk Saturday night! 'Tis the season! 🐴🇺🇸🎄🎁🤠

12/02/2025

Both EHV-1 webinars from American Association of Equine Practitioners and one from Boehringer Ingelheim I watched last week are very informative. They give excellent advice and suggestions on prevention, biosecurity, and other areas of concern. I encourage anyone in the horse industry to watch 🐴

If you weren't able to join the live EHV-1 Updates webinar last night, be sure to take advantage of our on-demand recording. Please remember that the situation is evolving rapidly and the best place to get up-to-date information is the Equine Disease Communication Center's website, or ask your local veterinarian!

You can find the recording here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0XzuuYmIEQY

Thank you to our speakers for joining us and providing all of this invaluable information.

11/18/2025

Adventures at The Virginia Zoo earlier this month involved a zebra pedicure, rhino sighting, and a peak in their medical facility! 🦓🦏

Learned from the zoo, baby rhino Letti had her 2nd birthday this month. I remember seeing her not long after she was born on a previous zebra trim day. Was amazed she’s close in size to the others now!

From the zoo: “When Letti was born she weighed about 100 lbs and now she's more than 2,000 with more growing to do!”

10/23/2025

EasyCare Glove and Back Country boots protecting hooves from excessive wear on pavement with the Stars and Stripes Drill Team earlier this month at Suffolk Peanut Fest parade! 🐴🥰

09/10/2025

Enjoyed the opportunity to attend the Equine Soundness Collaboration event with Dr Allison Faber Marshall and farriers Mike Wildenstein and Travis French end of August! Manakin-Sabot Equestrian Center hosted this event bringing together vets and farriers to share about how chiropractic work can help diagnose and improve soundness and help enhance farrier work to improve soundness and performance. 🐴