Hansen's Farrier Service

07/05/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Independence Day, America!
Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom, resilience, and the hardworking spirit that built this nation.
From everyone at Kahn Forge, Thoro’Bred, and Vulcan USA, thank you to the farriers, horse owners, ranchers, and equestrian community who continue to keep America moving forward.
Here’s to another 250 years of craftsmanship, dedication, and excellence.
United We Stand. Built to Last. 🇺🇸
’Bredracingplate

06/29/2026

Before horses became pets & used for sport. There was a time when they were work animals used for transportation as well as for war. Without the shoes the battle didn’t happen. There wasn’t any debate because back then horse owners understood the importance of shoeing one to keep them sound 🐎

06/15/2026

05/04/2026

Hey everyone new policy change starting this month May 2026. When I set an appointment with you & you decide to cancel a few times with no explanation. You no longer fit my farrier schedule anymore. Missing appointments is rude as well. I have a busy schedule to maintain & can no longer accommodate rudeness. I’m an understanding individual but I have limits. To all my regular clients you are the greatest I appreciate the communication we share. It’s going to be a great year. Thank you 😉

04/17/2026

One of the most frustrating realities of being a farrier is that we are constantly judged for outcomes we do not fully control. We are working on living biological structures shaped by physics, physiology, posture, environment and management over time. We operate within the constraints of the horse....

02/23/2026

Your horse just kicked the farrier… again?! 😱
Let’s stop turning your farrier into a punching bag.

Most “farrier issues” are not mean horses. They’re under trained feet and rushed handling, especially in winter.

You do not need long training sessions.
You need a 2 minute daily habit that stacks fast.

The Minimum Effective Dose (do this while feeding or turning out):
1. Stand still + square (20 sec)
If they drift, calmly reset. No drama.
2. Pick up + hold each foot low and comfortable (about 10 to 20 sec per foot)
You set the foot down when they are calm.
Do not reward yanking. Wait for one calm second, then release.

Quick progression:
Week 1: 3 to 5 sec per foot
Week 2: 5 to 10 sec
Weeks 3 to 6: build to 20 to 60 sec with tiny breaks

Once a week: 5 minute “Farrier Rehearsal”
Longer holds, light hoof pick taps, tiny position shifts.

Winter bonus: pick hooves daily in mud and manure. Easiest thrush prevention ever.

Who’s tried a routine like this? Drop a ❤️ if your farrier has horror stories like these pics.

12/10/2025

Thrush is a common bacterial infection that can cause headaches for horse owners and farriers alike.