Looking for a top farrier in Edinburgh for remedial farriery work

[caths]

Anyone know of a top farrier in Edinburgh that would take on a new client. Seems to be a major problem finding one here unless you are on a yard. The one we use just now comes when he has nothing else on and its not regular plus he often cancels at the last minute if a better offer comes along which is awful for my mare as she needs her feet properly balanced otherwise it causes her more lameness problems. Any help much appreciated

 

[brightmount]

I'm sorry I'm the other end of the country, but I think you have asked this question before so I appreciate what a problem it is. Have you considered transporting your horse to the farrier, or a yard where he does regular work, rather than the other way around? Obviously you need to hear of one that comes well recommended first.

 

[susannita]

I drove my horse to alastair duff at the dick vet 3 hours each way for best part of 9 motnhs til I moved and got a decent farrier. Yes it cost a fortune, and yes it is excessive but it meant my horse was shod well and sound! I am not prepared to compromise on the quality of the work on my horses feet. I used to use jason cunningham when i actually lived in edinburgh but he moved back up to the Highlands last year so not much help for you. Have you tried searching the farriers reg council site - it is an AWCF you would really want for remedial work (or a FWCF - the highest one!)
http://www.farrier-reg.gov.uk/ and search under postcode EH gives you the most options.

Unfortunately there is a lack of decent farriers in scotland and it is therefore necessary to go to the farrier rather than expect them to come to you.

 

[nicola1972]

hy i use a guy from stirlng who travels all over hes great,and fab at remedial shoeing his name brian 01259 750 462 u can only fone and ask if he any good for you good luck