These Hooves are Massive!!! This is One of my Favorite Horses - First Set of Shoes for the year

[@ImogenC-rt3fm]

In re: This is a physical job. OH YES IT IS! I trimmed my own mare once. I couldn't walk for a week. TIP YOUR FARRIERS!! They'll refuse. Do it anyway. This is a hard job, and a labor of love. It takes tremendous knowledge and skill.

[@donnam5060]

Instead of a cash tip they might refuse easier, get them a gift card to their supply store or a local gas station for coffee or gas.

[@Pamudder]

I am astonished that anyone would doubt that farriery is a highly physical job. I also suspect that a farrier is very prone to stress and repetitive motion injuries.

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

You are correct injures

[@mrgarner4796]

My grandfather had Percheron and Clydesdale teams on the farm. Hard working strong massive horses. I have the greatest respect for both the farrier and the horses.

[@laeberhart6495]

I like your commentary. I’m a city girl and enjoy watching hoof trimming, but it helps knowing what and why you’re doing what you do.

[@leslien276]

I love that you explain step by step what you’re doing. Great video. Thank you.

[@deeannaraver5552]

I bought a 3/4 Percheron 1/4 Friesian stud colt as a weanling a few years ago. He's 4 this year. I trim my own horses and was really struggling to figure out his feet. I watched a bunch of your videos last night and found exactly the information I was needing!! I trimmed him first thing this morning and his feet look great. I feel like the way you nipper has really improved my trimming overall. Thanks so much! I had sent pictures to several people and even taken him to a vet and nobody really knew how to deal with the draft feet. So much appreciate all this great info.

[@WraithianZ]

I come here for the horse ASMR. These are some beautiful horses! I do really appreciate you explaining all the odds and ends and terms you use for cleaning the hoof and shaping the shoe. It's very fun and educational!

[@LucillenRory]

wow he is a beautiful horse and no doubt about it, he is a BIG horse too - great video

[@mariestubbs4606]

What an amazing patient horse he must be a dream to work with great vid Caleb ...

[@christinekesler8964]

Absolutely gorgeous horse and such a good temperament ❤️

[@susanowens4528]

BEAUTYFUL JOB BIG HORSE FOR SURE THANKS FOR HELPING THE HORSE AND OWNER KEEP THEM WELL 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@2ToyBoys]

Man, I'm so happy that people still know how to do this. It's quite fascinating...and I know the horses like it.

[@suzismith9011]

I love viewing your videos

[@chandarussell]

He’s a lovely old boy for sure not to mention a beautiful grey.

[@jeannettethorsby7085]

I like that your explaining things as you went along. Thank you. Omgoodness what a beautiful and large horse. 🌷🙂🦋

[@Ltchg]

This is weird to say, but as a lady, I find a man doing this job very attractive. He cares for animals and works with his hands, hand work is precious these days. And always will be

[@haroldconover5221]

Good looking gray

[@judycook4314]

You do an excellent job explaining what you are doing and why.

[@CobusM1]

So nice to watch someone who knows what he is doing, job well done 👏 I think this is a trade that is becoming very scarce.

[@terrykunst3883]

What a hunk, he’s gorgeous. Great video, thank you 😊😊

[@erynd2524]

He’s a big beautiful boy! His hooves looked perfect!

[@randybutler4772]

So well done. Thank you for sharing.🐴

[@btcrazee1]

I don’t know how you can work like you do all day. It makes my back hurt just watching. Let alone wrestling their legs. Professional!!what a magnificent horse he is!!

[@ricoludovici2825]

You explained how you got that keloid scar above your wrist on one vid. Your hands show you have been working overtime lately. Allow me to offer a suggestion and you are free to ignore it. I won't mind. I used to work barehanded in construction and my hands got really chewed up. Then I discovered mechanics gloves. I didn't like them at first, but I cut the fingertips off down to the first joint. That was magic. I had the same sensitivity but something more between me and the blade, the steel, the broken stud. You might try it out. I use them all the time now. Plus, they come in different weights so you can find one that leaves you the sensitivity but still offers protection.

[@nicolecourt7829]

Thank you for your videos and clear explanations . We ear you love your job and horses..

[@gregm312]

beautiful horse

[@DyanEsoap]

What a beautiful horse! 😍

[@traceyrossberg4640]

That is one gorgeous horse! Wow! Excellent video as always Caleb, really love them, thank you, and take care.👍💙🐎

[@carolynstewart8465]

You are a maestro! So well explained❤❤❤❤

[@underthebluesky92]

Just love the educational aspect of your videos, I learn so much, thank you.

[@kimmontgomery54]

Awesome! I enjoyed the video, Caleb! Love and blessings!❤

[@lindag4484]

Hard work but rewarding. You are making a difference for every horse you work on.

[@randijohnson5774]

I had a quarter draft who was about 16 maybe 17 hands tall and his hooves were huge! Love these guys

[@marthaanderson2656]

what a nice fellow. his feet are in amazing condition for being shoeless for so many months. Clearly he is a rock.

[@raymondperez2972]

When a customer (Horse) is pleasant to work with, it makes your job so much more easier and enjoyable. I assure you that your day ends on a good note! Aloha!!!

[@Lynn-uz2ms]

I have been watching 👀 your video's for a while now and just love them I still learn something new every time I watch, keep up the great work 👍 😅lynn75 in Missouri 15:28 15:30

[@GiggleSnorts]

Omgosh, he's gorgeous!

[@OzfGP35]

Beautifully done ✔️ & happy horse 🐎 😊

[@kathysmith4261]

What a handsome big boy ❤😊

[@karenwright9123]

Beautiful horse🐴❤

[@debraimmer260]

Great video as usual. Noticed you are wearing a wedding ring😊 So happy for you!

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

Yep lol married 2 years I use to not wear a ring afraid of getting hung up but I use the silicone ones now

[@zoe2466]

Hard working folks❤

[@yessabell1707]

❤❤❤

[@Majoofi]

I curious about how you take care of your back with all that leaning over.

[@lisabuckner243]

@Caleb Erickson, this might be a strange ques; but I’ve always wanted to marry a Farrier. I don’t own a horse- I used to ride. Where would you suggest I go to find one without calling a Farrier? That would be extremely weird…. Thanks 😂 I live in Michigan; but I didn’t see any Farrier contests here (I’m in the suburbs of Detroit)

[@godzillaburger9690]

I'm thinking about becoming a farrier here in Germany. Therefore I started watching videos about it today. My question for you is why you don't use power tools. I have my thoughts on why I believe I would like to not use power tools, but I would love to hear your opinion on power vs. hand tools. Maybe a video addressing this topic? Great videos. Subscribed.

[@ms_katia2267]

👍🏼

[@AnDrea-gx8km]

👌👍🎈

[@LouIchioustheWerewolf]

Hey i got a question for ya what is that laquor or acrylic that the brush on the outside of the hoof?

[@megumimuse7051]

Random question: I've seen people working an anvil hit it every other strike. Do you know what that's called and/or why?

[@cathy-annemannix8898]

Suggestion.... Clip your mic to your cap brim. 😁😁

[@healingsprings11]

Im no expert but how come you don't rasp or sand to the top of the hoof? Some farriers oil the hooves but it's obvious not all do that. I enjoy your videos as you are very thorough and compassionate.

[@graysonjudd6634]

I have a question, I know there aren't many left in the world, but how do wild horses deal with the hoof nail growth? These domesticated guys have you to help them, but what does a wild horse do in leiu of a hooficure?

[@hawkfeather6802]

They walk more than domestic horses on lots of different kinds of ground so it wears their hooves down. But if they have an issue that requires shoes to fix,they generally don't live very long.

[@nicolecourt7829]

Yes I see your nails are high. Does it not make the wall weaker if we nail too high ?

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

Actually it's the opposite it weakens the hoof wall if they are low

[@nicolecourt7829]

@@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed thank you, didnt know that.👍

[@MooreFishing-ky3wq]

What is the “ frog “ and how did it get that name ?

[@SlimPicken5]

How come horses donot need shoes during the winter snd need them for summer??

[@allieSunl]

How many hours do you work a day? I assume you work over 40 hrs a week, but I’m curious how many hours being a farrier takes.

[@megumimuse7051]

Probably depends on how many people want their horses shoed and how many horses they want shoed that day. I imagine it's not a consistent 9-5.

[@ArtzyJ9]

Clip the mic to the side of your hat to eliminate breath sounds

[@pythonpete8528]

Most people that use them mics put them on their hats

[@cree_VI]

Really beautiful horse. How about your back? I can't imagine to be bend in that position.

[@amybaker5241]

Try clipping your mic to the brim of your hat, doesn't get in the way and unless you have a difficult horse it will stay put.😊

[@kriss2787]

Thrush is a giant pain in my life, suggestions?

[@anthonyhargis6855]

Why aren't they shoed year 'round?

[@trailwalker19]

nice! do you ever shoe freisians or other show horses? if so I would love to see a video like that...thanks Caleb

[@foxyember]

was thinking if you place your mic on the brim of your hat it should still catch your voice but not catch as much of your breath.

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

I'll give it a try thank you

[@Antione-Gallagos]

first!

[@Tracey-c7b]

And that’s without the horse leaning on you 🙂

[@artsymarxist]

second!

[@ctown6971]

Ok so you got a mic. Why the voice over than?

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

@ctown6971 I try to only get the hoof trimming part with out a mic phone picks up a lot of ambient sound

[@AhOhITzXray]

Bro you gotta star wearing gloves or something, your hands get more and more jacked up every video lol 💅🏽gotta take care of the girls.

[@christywillet3261]

You could try clipping your mic to your hat. 🧢🎤

[@rcknross]

end of the day, Big Horse, Big Feet, so big cuts, sharpen the knifes. Picking up the breathing is great, better sense of the work hearing you labour.

[@deborahgeorge3238]

I fear for your back. Curious why you put shoes on only some of the year.

[@kristinemichaels1985]

funnest is not a word most fun is correct sorry, it bugs me

[@jaynedavis3388]

Dude. If you want to get a better fit don’t “picture the shape of the hoof”. Instead, try *taking* a picture of the hoof & work to that reference alongside using your memory

[@trumanhw]

didnt bring the right tools....

[@caleberickson_The_Dying_Breed]

Which tools would that be