Farrier in Princeton, Texas (Collin County)

Trimming- shoeing - corrective shoeing.

I have been trimming and shoeing horses for over a decade in North Texas and Oklahoma. My goal is not only your satisfaction but your horse's overall balance & performance. My background includes training, equine adjustments, and corrective shoeing. Because of my background in training, I have a successful reputation with colts and problem horses. I do not believe in solving problems with horses by using drugs.

If you are searching for a farrier who is dependable, arrives on time, and will have patience with your horse, I'm the farrier for you. My references include the "Glory Riders" and many client references upon request.... See More

Dr. Pittman ,veterinarian and farrier, provides an in depth detailed and successful approach to lameness problems in the lower limb. Treating common foot problems such as laminitis, navicular, thin soles,crushed heels, club feet.

Serving the north Texas and Southern Oklahoma area..Total hoof care..Horse shoeing and hoof trimming,Corrective Shoeing...20 plus years of experience and can provide references if needed.

Hot Cold and corrective shoeing

always on time

Dr. Metcalf, offers podiatry services tailored to your horses needs. Our goal is to not only provide additional services to improve your horses overall performance / well-being but to provide an integrated approach, involving both your farrier and your veterinarian. With an estimated 80% of lameness issues stemming from a problem associated with the foot, an understanding of the biomechanical / physiologic as well as pathologic conditions of the foot is required to provide the best therapy for your horses needs.
Services provided include, consultation with you or you and your farrier. Digital radiographs used to guide the application the appropriate orthotic. Contrast venogram; available as a diagnostic aid for laminitic cases. Application of various therapeutic shoes both nail on or glue on, as well as hot and cold shoeing applications for the treatment of various conditions of the foot. Corrections associated with hoof capsule distortions such as long toe-under run heels, club feet and sheared heels. Corrections of wall defects such as quarter cracks, toe cracks, and various traumatic conditions of the hoof wall. Treatment of severe infections such as canker, thrush, seedy toe, and severe abscesses, and puncture wounds. Treatment and removal of keratomas. Juvenile orthotics provide both evaluation and treatment of angular, flexural, and rotational deformities associated with the developing juvenile.
Furthermore, we provide additional services in the areas of equine chiropractics, sports medicine, acupuncture, and advanced equine dentistry. We are a 24 hour facility equipped with digital radiograph, ultrasound and endoscopic capabilities.... See More

I learned to shoe horses in the Army at the Horse Cavalry Detachment at Ft. Hood Tx. The Detatchment sent me to Farrier school in Oklahoma to study under Bud Beaston at Oklahoma Farrier College. I have been shoeing full time for over 20 years. I am certified by the Brotherhood of Working Farriers Association. I have a variety of clientele, from Grand Prix Dressage horses to world class cutting horses.... See More

It is my goal to always provide reliable, professional hoof care for your equine companion. I provide hot shoeing with the availability to make costume handmade shoes..

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have about my services.... See More

horseshoeing and trimming