A Job of a Farrier

This video is about how a farrier puts on new shoes on a horse. Dominick Giacobbe, has been a farrier for over 20 years. Dominick demon straights his job step by step on how he puts on new shoes.

[@seethransom]

I grew up on an Arab farm. I could watch this all day then, and now. There is something relaxing, and satisfying to watch. I imagine those feelings are even sharper when you're doing the work.

[@tabbigus]

I wonder if the horses enjoy getting their nails done? This is so relaxing and fun to watch! Thanks for the video!

[@springway69]

tabbigus lol

[@nicolewagner5499]

tabbigus the horses get a little manicure and pedicure

[@meganmelcher6817]

It is like a pedicure

[@dominickhorseshoer]

You’re so welcome.

[@anzacday4141]

Dom demonstrates his technique making it look easy.

[@MissAdoreDior]

First time I've ever watched a horse getting new shoes. Love it, great video. Dominick has a soothing voice and a very gentle nature.

[@randyfuller7294]

Thank you for pulling the nails out I never thought it a good idea to just rip the shoe off in one big pull

[@kingbucky6]

Thank you so much for sharing great choice in music too

[@yomaze2009]

I'm a yankee who didn't grow up around horses. This is really interesting and definitely an art that you have mastered. Thank you for making this video and exposing me to how horses are shoed!

[@rosemarybasse5498]

Haha, 'shod' is correct :)

[@steinderbush]

That is real craftmanship! Great video!!

[@m1garandm155]

This man isn't only a good farrier but a good man, we can feel it.

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you for such kind words. A god bless you.

[@marcsantos5524]

Great job bud! Thanks for sharing!🤘🏼👊🏽

[@gabychuels2955]

Fantastic. He knows what hes doing, great job!

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate the kind words.

[@poisoncandykisses]

You do a amazing job!!! Well done!

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

[@crystalskylight9327]

My Dad is a farrier here in Australia. I remember going to work with him when I was young. This is so cool to watch.

[@dominickhorseshoer]

I’m so sorry it took so long to reply. A buddy of mine. Made this video for me. And he just ask me. If I replied to any of my comments. I didn’t know you can do that. So sorry for the late response. And thank you so much. For the kind words.

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Nice I hope you’re shoeing horses on your own now.

[@bibih8183]

Youve got a thankfull job...... Bless you ♥️

[@ndn2589]

this guy is a very great at his craft and takes pride in his work

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

[@NIcholasparker88]

Nice video! It kinda reminds me of when I was a kid and the farrier would come to shoe our horses and would explain to my brother and cousins about each step and would always answer each quesiton we had

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much.

[@leemewes9142]

That's a really good horse! Great video

[@roosterp.5662]

Nice video. You guys work fast!

[@equinedl]

Great video demonstrating cold shoeing

[@popcorn200213]

I love your shoe removal method, I would have NEVER thought of doing it that way and it looks like it saves you and the horse a whole lot of work! (I usually cut my clinches and then pull the shoe off, which can ratchet the joint if the nails are in tight still and the horses don't like the pulling)

[@rosemarybasse5498]

I'm kinda surprised to hear that. Most farriers I've seen have pulled the nails by pulling it off on the medial hitting it, then lateral and hit it to get at the nail.

[@tntch2]

That was a very good job. If I still had horses you bet I would call on you. Very Professional.

[@ansari1229]

Nice and tidy, liked your work !

[@dugweacr1]

Awesome work

[@matthewbuck8466]

Been a farrier 16 years! Good job!! simple and to the point good farrier!

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate it.

[@brookechaine9284]

wow those horses are beautiful

[@Christian_Girl120]

I imagine as a farrier it would be satisfying to know that at times you are helping many of these horses who have feet that are sore and overgrown or bad hooves, especially if they're in pain and being uncomfortable walking. It would make me feel good to do that. But I imagine there's a lot you have to know.

[@Ashley.falcon]

What a great video!

[@slyfox498]

man, that guy is good at what he does...

[@Ik_Collection786]

Superb.. Sir...

[@Sadiewolf1395]

Its amazing how fast they can be :)

[@Ncharlestun]

Very impressive.

[@902trevor]

Hi Dominick, nice video. Hey those nippers need a little oil. See you on the road!

[@vivienduskblanket427]

All I think of is the horrible back pain... OWW >.

[@alicewhitwam9350]

Vivien Duskblanket p

[@wakranich3488]

Vivien Duskblanket These farriers develop backs of steel!!

[@rosemarybasse5498]

It definitely gets to hurting pretty quickly. I'm only a year in, six months of school, and it's present.

[@coltonwarner7886]

@@rosemarybasse5498 how is your back doing now? Do you exercise your core or anything to strengthen it?

[@rosemarybasse5498]

@@coltonwarner7886 I tend to try stretching every day. Core work is extremely important, but posture is even more. I also made my job worse by breaking my L1 vertebra riding in Sep last year, so my back pain is definitely worse now.

[@JeffBourke]

The horse knew exactly what to do

[@geg1995]

thank you that was really inspiring although i would have liked to see the angles you were looking at that ok still great thanks

[@clydeb7713]

This is a great trade for a young strong person. If you work hard and get a base clientele you can make alot of money.

[@luckylady891]

great job

[@zeussoziris4105]

dirty job!!!!

[@19nervousbreak]

very interesting to watch.

[@tedanderson3490]

Nice job

[@angelobkoljenovic9528]

GOOD job tinny

[@garythorsell5061]

What an art

[@Mekkaman]

They say imitation is the greatest form of flattery. This video is almost exactly like mine. I'm glad you thought it was that good. Cheers!

[@900KING2]

Interesting and great work! How hard is this to learn for someone with 0 experience? I have a chance to have a Shoe in, but have 0 exp.

[@sarkisiangeorge]

It would be interesting to invent some type of belt sander to trim the hooves. We have the angle grinder and the snips and the files etc. but it seems to me using a best sander would some industrial strength sand paper would make a nice flat surface. The ideal situation would be to raise the animal up in the air using a contraption similar to an car engine lift, then place the hoof on the best sander. I am not a farrier and this might already be available and might not work but my mind is always thinking of ways to build a better mouse trap. I have no idea if it would be better.

[@syruscolon1822]

Nice video bud

[@benjamindavis4130]

What a professional

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much.

[@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws]

Lovely. I wish our farrier was as amenable to horses as you are. Our horses hate our one because he flicks them with this towel thing he has and they cant stand him. Unfortunately he is the only farrier in our district.

[@ShelleyGow]

Very neat ty

[@jensz9360]

Its an amazing skill. The eye and technique involved is something you don't want to cheap out on. If you have a horse or are planning on getting one make sure to pay the farrier what they are worth....they are a very integral part of keeping your horse healthy and are worth every penny of what they charge. This guy knows what he is doing for sure, I dont think I would trust myself to shoe a horse, looks too complicated fo me, best to leave it to a pro..

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I really appreciate it.

[@anzacday4141]

Hello Dominick, Would you or have you ever used Hoof Gauge to measure the angle of the soul to the hoof? cheers. Nice video JP from Down Under

[@professionalcommenter]

It would seem easier to powder the foot then have them step on it and then find use that to determine the highs and lows. I'm by no means knowledgeable about shoeing but it just seems easier to understand where the pressure is when the horse stands.

[@eduardocaballero5990]

nice 👍👍👍

[@Brett.Simpson]

6:23 - A 45° degree angle is also called a "chamfer".

[@aminakababe5909]

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[@ExmoorSyn]

Ok, thanks for the information. I would like to one day own horses but at the moment I dont have the knowledge, cash, or land. Maybe one day.

[@kylacorynn6553]

I understand trimming the hooves but I don't understand the metal shoes.

[@WayOutWestx2]

Interesting - thank you. we're sending a video response in case you'd like to see how things are done in Ireland.. : - )

[@jensz9360]

How are things done in Ireland?

[@TMSvideocom]

Donald that is funny. You're funny dude.

[@suntzuwarsword1964]

NEAT !

[@MelodyOo]

This is such a brave job, i'd be terrified to be kicked by horse

[@TMSvideocom]

That is right. You do need to have knowledge, cash and land to own a horse. Good Luck!

[@randyfuller7294]

What shoe do you recommend for parade horse on pavement a lot

[@krystlewilson5518]

We need him in Humboldt ca

[@mikey188834]

I wish he could come to mass and show my boy

[@0VistaDelMar0]

how is the job on the back you had an x-ray

[@claudioelsorodrigues854]

Ficou bem aplumado com otimo acabamemto mas por ser posterlor tinha que sobrar mais ferro no comprimento😀

[@brdlyrck78]

Nice video. You need to sharpen that hoof knife though!

[@RamenGremlin]

Its amazing how it never hurts the horse! Unless it does, and im blissfully unaware

[@RamenGremlin]

Since this video I have learned that it, in fact, does not hurt the horse. My uncle is a farrier and he said it doesn't hurt the horse. The frog is sensitive, but you just don't poke that, lol

[@abdulazizateh]

يا سلام على العناية

[@TrishaJo2001]

So I have been round Horses will own lots someday but when you give them a new frog doesn't it hurt them? I know when you pick foots if you hit the frog it hurts so doesn't that apply as well?

[@littletimeranchin]

No. They can't feel that at all. Unless we go down to much. But we know how far to cut it.

[@donaldhenry693]

Great video that is good information on being a Farrier. Now if you could get the shoer to spank the horse on the ass making a loud echoing sound and say giddy up old girl as shes leaving the stall, that would be even better. Lol. good job guys.

[@randyfuller7294]

Is it a good thing to use copper nails all the time as a preventative measure.

[@dominickhorseshoer]

Yes the copper nails could help from bacteria in the hoof.

[@gatrujillo10]

Pulling back feet shoes off?

[@NOTORIOUS_CODM]

How often you have to do this job

[@natsworldview916]

the video did mention this.... every 6-8 weeks, as hooves, just like our finger nails, don't stop growing, thus shoes need to be replaced...

[@SuperMazorquero]

Hi Great job thanks!! What’s your charge? Mister My horse lives in San Isidro at Drifwood Ranch by Sunset st and Hollister please shut me a price thanks trim and or shoes ! Thank U

[@TMSvideocom]

Is clipping your fingernails painful?

[@micahbennett3554]

does the horse feel the nails being hammered in the toe?

[@Alicia-wy3rx]

Nope. Since there are no nerve endings in the outer section of the hoof, a horse doesn't feel any pain when horseshoes are nailed on. Since their hooves continue to grow even with horseshoes on, a farrier will need to trim, adjust, and reset a horse's shoes on a regular basis.

[@TheGStick]

Does it hurt the horse at all? Or do they not have nerves there?

[@natsworldview916]

The hoof is FULL of nerves, (called Laminae) yet the hoofwall is very thick, so the nails don't penetrate any sensitive areas... It's the equivalent to us cutting our finger & toe nails :) - that doesn't hurt, right? The only exposed sensitive area is at the bottom of the hoof, called the Frog (V - shape in the middle of the hoof) I personally find the hoof a very interesting part of the horse anatomy. They're numerous debilitating hoof conditions, thus it's important the hoof remains clean and free of stones, mud or other debris and Shoeing can act as a precaution sometimes help to prevent these, although it must be done with precision and by a professional... I'd suggest Googling it, for interest sake :) Hope that helps

[@seethransom]

Natalie Thorpe and the trimmings are very good for your dog. What? We don't waste things on the farm. :-)

[@Alicia-wy3rx]

Since there are no nerve endings in the outer section of the hoof, a horse doesn't feel any pain when horseshoes are nailed on. Since their hooves continue to grow even with horseshoes on, a farrier will need to trim, adjust, and reset a horse's shoes on a regular basis.

[@gatrujillo10]

Where's the back feet video?

[@ezziee.2729]

The horse keeps shifting the weight from one back leg to another. Was there any reason for this? He really does it after the shoe is removed, but he still does it a little after the new shoe is put on.

[@falynmidnight2405]

1 reason could be when some horse are relaxed that's just how the stand but since he's getting his hooves done I doubt this is the case. another reason is because some horse are trained to pick up their feet so he was kinda just preparing for the guy to go to his other leg and work on it since u would usually go from front to back. hope this helped

[@natsworldview916]

They shift their weight to help them balance, or they sometimes rest one leg, when they're relaxed, putting weight on the other, (seen in a dropped/slanted hip) some horses just don't like standing still (like you, waiting in a queue!). It doesn't hurt them, some are just more co-operative than others! hehe... and they will feel a little 'sensitive' afterwards; like just right after u've trimmed ur own fingernails or just finished a Pedicure. But they soon adjust and feel much more comfortable, because the hoof doesn't stop growing, so it'll literally be like us wearing a pair of shoes that are way too small, but never getting new ones - that's why they're re-shod every 6-8weeks... :)

[@Alicia-wy3rx]

Also, it feels weird when you have been wearing a shoe for 6 weeks and you get it taken off

[@mial4630]

i bet your back hurts just doing all four hooves, to be honest just after two hooves my back hurts but my horse puts all his weight on me so that doesnt help much

[@sparephone1790]

Mia l same my brother n I do our own

[@heyimfaye595]

His thighs must hurt 😂

[@ExmoorSyn]

No you cant make a bomb out of that.

[@ndn2589]

can someone tell me what do wild horses do so there feet dont have issues

[@Will-jg9km]

big biz38 By getting their feet wet, then traveling, grinds down their feet like sandpaper. Mustangs have the best feet, by barefoot trimmer standards.

[@dilloncrane2967]

big biz38 wild horses will have foot problems if they get bad enough the horse will die, that why you don't compare wild horses to domesticated horses😎

[@brookecooleyfarrierservice6059]

Wild horses travel father and walk on more uneven and rough ground, therefore their feet naturally wear down faster. Domestic horses don't have that luxury therefore- farriers. If a wild horse develops a hoof problem that has to be artificially corrected, they will most likely go lame and get caught by a predator.

[@luistomasmedinagarcia5899]

Una de las de atras estaba torcida y asi la dejo

[@jefferyschirm4103]

Horse says daddy daddy can i go bare footed im a big girl now.

[@ut1004bp]

Nice that you upload a/your shoe job, and I like your choice of lead-in and out-tro music (I also like doing vocal covers of U2 songs) but just some comments that might help you or somebody else.. I have (been shoeing my own horses for 20 years but still don't consider myself a professional)..As good condition as that shoe you pulled off, that's a waste to not just reset it,..(as long as your new nail heads fit well..if not use a larger nail head) I like to point out whatever you are spraying on your horse's legs is soaking into your body like gang busters (hope you like the flavor).. No doubt, if its effective against the flies, the its dangerous for your body, direct contact (often exposure) Also as large as that hoof is, and the shoe size and width (I do like the wider plates for a large hoof horse myself), I'd be putting all 8 nails into those shoes to many prevent a premature shoe loss (clients don't like that) Clinching the nail down tight isn't for the owner, to prevent them from cutting their hands, but for preventing the horse from scraping down the hoof wall with the other foot and pushing down on the clinch, there by breaking the nail-seat and hoof wall and also to prevent the grass and weeds from wearing on the clinches as the horse travels in the debris (and many farrier will suggest that you don't make that indention with your rasp as it damage/weakens an important area of the hoof for long term nail set). Because of the large plate shoes, you are feeling inclined to allow the shoe to stick out on the quarters which is why you are grinding the edges to prevent a pull-off, but if these were normal plate width shoes, (most people use) then you wouldn't bring that shoe outside as far and would not require that edge rounding. Fill those outside nail holes with plumber's puddy (to seal dirt and mud out) to help prevent wear, drying out and cracking around the clinches and old nail holes (I taught my horseshoers that trick years ago, when I just started the trade) and makes a nice looking job. Also recommend a cloth webbed back/waist belt for your back (it will likely be the first thing to go south on you if you don't take some precautions) There you are, some suggestions to think about...Flame on! and here's one of my U2 songs as an Out-tro .. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3u2f4NrbbFsq8k

[@billydarley6925]

hows about some clear gloss on those nails? make'm pretty lol

[@welchsgum7195]

lol, we use hoof polish on our babies

[@lawrencep7897]

That shoe is too small for the foot just saying

[@simonehugviolinlessons6459]

He almost looks like he is hurting them

[@xThemisJr]

A horses hoofs are like rock. They can't feel them, cause the nerves in their feet don't run deep into them. Its just like clipping your finger or toe nails, you don't feel pain doing that. Hoofs to horses are like Finger and toenails to humans.

[@jensz9360]

@@xThemisJr I;ve always wondered if when he is setting the nails how the horse isnt disturned or spooked by this and how do farriers avoid being kicked?

[@ExmoorSyn]

Like I said, I dont know anything about horses. I assumed it would be the same concept but I wasnt sure.

[@Harry-ei7os]

Outside heel is short

[@JeffJamesoutdoors]

Why didnt you tighten the nails before clinching them?

[@dominickhorseshoer]

I did. But my buddy that made the video. Edited.That part out.

[@lorilacasse8449]

does the horse get scared when you a done niping and what is all that whit stuff

[@SwitchingReins]

+Lori LaCasse Most horses get used to having their feet handled very early in life. Horse don't usually get scared unless its training was neglected. My horse tries to take naps when she gets done. The white stuff is the natural color of the hoof's sole when it's fresh and clean.

[@natsworldview916]

It's trimmed so that a new healthy hoof can regrow, unhindered...

[@jedax.7227]

My gosh i know it doesn't hurt the horses since hooves are giant fingernails to us, but man, when he trims and digs into the hoof it hurts me XD i cringe.

[@bayjumpingpony3011]

It doesn't hurt the horse while the shoe is being put on but it does when they make the horses move. They let the heels grow high so it's like the horse is walking on high heels and having your horses hooves shod is very unhealthy and bad for them. If your horse has rings/lines going along the hoof wall then that means they have stress lines and the hoof and leg is stressed and unhealthy. Look up Scoot Boot, The Barefoot magazine or why horses have so many problems when they are shod.

[@codyfranklin6087]

That has got to be the dumbest thing iv'e ever heard.

[@TheHamadanners]

+Schleich Horse Girl anybody will tell you what ever you want to hear to sell something. if your horse isnt riden that much shoes arnt that important. but if the horse is riden alot and stays in a concrete stall i highly sugguest they be shod.

[@jedax.7227]

Someone told me, her horse has to wear shoes because his feet were unhealthy, as others are healthy therefore no shoes, however it depends on the horses hooves, if they are healthy hooves, then they don't really need horse shoes, if they need them, then they get them. It's like medical shoes for people, some people have to always wear shoes as others don't usually at all.

[@dilloncrane2967]

horses need shoes when ware exceeds growth, and or a therapeutic application

[@jg9185]

I can’t even trim my dogs nails lol

[@Waldo9162]

Shoe isn't big enough. Not covering heel buttresses.

[@jefferyschirm4103]

Nice example of how less is more ln normal healthy horses if your not going bare.

[@mexicanoloco4327]

30 year old horse damm isnt he to old already

[@bonniemason4862]

do all horses need shoes?

[@josie9973]

Nope it is the owners choice if they want their horse to have shoes or not

[@bonniemason4862]

oh ok thanks!

[@jedax.7227]

Actually it depends on how healthy a horses hooves are. I met an owner who's horses back hooves were much weaker than his front, so he had to get shoes in the back, but i forget if she did in the front too to balance, but it's just like people, some need insoles and some don't. Some can wear flop flops and sandals and others just sneakers. There's also all kinds of horse shoes too, you'd be surprise. I would google: Different Horse Shoes