Hoof Trimming Lessons

Do your goats have hooves that look like these?

Poorly trimmed hooves are painful - like wearing a shoe that is two sizes too small.  Short term, this leads to limping, difficulty walking, and grumpiness (who needs a grumpy goat?!)  Long term, it can lead to damaged joints, arthritis, and other gait-related health problems.

Unfortunately, there just aren't many goat "farriers" available for hire.  The few out there are so spread out, it costs them a fortune in gas just to get to you, which makes it cost prohibitive to offer their services at a reasonable rate.

There is a solution!
I can teach you how to trim them yourself!

Ultimately, the goal is for YOU to gain confidence, that Yes, you can to do this!

You can learn:

• Good trimming technique
• Proper shaping of the hoof
• General hoof care management

I will come to your location to teach you, with your own goats, how to properly trim their hooves and keep them in good condition. You will need to provide a milk stand, goat stanchion, or other means of securing the goat during trimming. If you have no means of securing the goat and plan to just "hold" it, then you must have a minimum of two people (yourself and at least one other person) present who are capable of controlling the animal during the lesson.  You must also obtain your own trimming tools prior to the lesson.  Feel free to contact me for suggestions.

The minimum fee is $20 and will include me trimming up to 2 goats myself, and you trimming up to 2 additional goats with my supervision.  If you would like for me to trim more than 2, or supervise you trimming more than 2, contact me for pricing.  Travel may also require an additional fee, depending on your location.
​Contact Us to schedule a lesson!