Need new farrier in Lex KY area

[DreamTime]

Our farrier is retiring, and I’m looking around for a new farrier for our farm horses. Mostly trims, a few front shoes (cold shoeing preferred), nothing fancy. No need for special stuff; no need for that kind of price either. A number of our horses are retirees, and all they need is a simple trim every few months.

Want somebody reliable who does a good job without trying to upsell or tell me what I need. Been in the business long enough to know my horses’ needs.

Can you give me some recommendations?

[ddashaq]

I have used Bryan Osborne and his wife and was happy with them. A friend of mine uses Steve Koch and raves about him. I am currently using Ismael Garcia because he is the only one that seems to be able to keep shoes on my TB’s problematic feet.

[KandC]

I used Dave Marlow and loved him!

[DreamTime]

Thanks, y’all - any other suggestions to add to the list?

[trubandloki]

Does your retiring farrier have any names that they might share with you?

[DreamTime]

Yes, but I’m looking for other options besides the ones he recommended.

[caryledee]

I loved Bryan Osborne’s work the 2 times I used him but he stays very busy and stopped showing up for appointments. My friend used Ismael for a while and was happy with him. He tends to trim a little short (IMO) but if you tell him what you want, he will do it. I’ve been using Jeremiah Zimmer for a while now and have been happy. A couple of the other women at the farm use Jamie DeHart.

Out of curiousity, who is retiring?

[hlra11]

I’ve had fantastic luck with Donnie Brandenburg in the past. He kept my very difficult to deal with and unsound horse in the best condition I ever had him in! He is busy though.

I just recently had my new horse shod up front by Jason Megredy and I think he did a great job on her.

[LauraKY]

I used to use Rob Spencer and he’s fantastic. Since I’m down to one horse, I’ve been handed off to his apprentice, Tyler Slaubaugh and he’s been doing a great job for me.

He’s not cheap ($140 to $150 for two fronts), but he does a great job and he’s very reliable.

PM me for his phone number.

[DreamTime]

Thanks, all Will follow up on your tips.