Emily with the Strangles colt needs....

[hayforhorses - The Food Angel]

Emily, the young woman with the 2 colts (one has Strangles, the other is splay footed and parrot mouthed) and 3 adult horses (which have been moved to a separate boarding facility to be away from Strangles) has asked me for the following:

"Do you know of any farriers that will allow me to make payments on shoeing? My adult horses are in desperate need of getting reshod, and my thoroughbred cannot go without shoes as he is very very tenderfooted."

She asked her regular farrier if he'd take payments, but, he said 'no' that he wants cash upfront...If you know of a really great farrier who will take payments, please let me know...she lives in the Oregon City area....

Emily is also job hunting. I spent some time with her going through the Yellow Pages and discussed with her the various Employment Agencies (I have worked through a lot of them in the past) and I told her how to search for the kinds of jobs she wants through Craigslist. I found some there myself and forwarded them to her. Examples of what types of jobs she is looking for (she has transportation and so the job does not have to be in Oregon City):

Nanny work
Veterinary work (receptionist or vet assistant)
Caregiver for sick or elderly people in their homes
Dietary Aide (nursing homes, etc.)

If you know of any available jobs in these areas (or any others you think she might like. She said she is willing to learn) please let me know at:

[e-mail]

Thank you so much, everyone, for all you are doing to help Emily and those sweet little colts...

Aimee

Hay for Horses

[kidznhorses]

I understand that her TB has very tender feet, but I would HIGHLY recommend she find a barefoot trimmer. There are several in her area. Here are a few who are close.


Conde Pantoja, Molalla, Oregon, Email: Betteroffbarefoot @ yahoo.com Phone: [phone]
Certified, full time professional hoofcare. If you want to know what it takes to go barefoot, call or write. I am available for barefoot presentations as well as fit and distribute hoof boots. "...where the spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2Cor 3:17
Website: www.betteroffbarefoot.us

Sabrina Prowell, Oregon, 503-949-7312
Natural Barefoot Horse - I've been in business 2 years, trimming for 5. I'm a member of the AANHCP and almost
complete on my certification. I serve the Willamette Valley in Oregon. (07/06)

Judy Good, Oregon EMAIL: goodj @ peak.org, PHONE: [phone], CELL: 541-829-3505
I barefoot trim in Linn, Lane and Benton counties in Oregon following the Wild Mustang Model put forth by the American Assoc. of Natural Hoof Care Practitioner. I will complete my certification through the AANHCP within the next few months. My goal is to evolve horses into happy barefoot rock-crushing people lovers. (11/06)

Phil Smith, Portland, Oregon, My phone number is 503-380-0217 and my email is horseshoer123 @ comcast.net
I'm a certifed Natural Balance trimmer & farrier (recieved my certification in August of 2006). I am a farrier, but I'm also a bare foot advocate. I practice in the Portland (Oregon) metro area and I'm also a dealer for Easyboot, Old Mac's and Boa's. (11/06)

Lynda Schnarr, SHP 2006, SW Washington & NW Oregon,Phone [phone] or 812-480-0683, or email holistichoofcare @ yahoo.com
Graduated from year long Strasser Hoofcare Course and apprenticed for a year at Dr. Steve Skinner's hoof clinic in Sherwood, OR. Experienced and successful in trimming horses of all ages and activity levels as well as horses with pathologies. I trim to promote optimal health in the horse as well as educate owners on lifestyle necessities. Please call 360-695-9654 or 812-480-0683, or email holistichoofcare @ yahoo.com to schedule a FREE consultation. (01/07)


After reading this last persons ad, it looks like Emily has a hoof clinic ran by a veterinarian, Dr. Steve Skinner, just a few miles from her in Sherwood, OR. I'll bet they trim horses really cheap if they can use them in a class. The tender hooved TB will be just what they like to work on!

[crum]

Is this the type of job she is looking for

"PT Receptionist
Receptionist needed for established, growing equine practice near Portland. Experience, commitment, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills required. Must be available for Saturday rotation. New facility in great location adding staff as business expands. Part-time position with full-time potential. Competitive salary and benefits.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to Equus Veterinary Service, P.C., 14671 S. Leland Rd., Oregon City, OR 97045, Attn: Angela. Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]"

More jobs can be found at www.oregonvma.org/classified/wanted-parapro.asp

[wendyp]

Hi Kerrie,

Not to be argumentative, but I tried the barefoot thing for 3 years with my Appendix QH gelding - my farrier has trained with Pete Ramey (is that his name?) - and it just doesn't work for him (the horse, not the farrier). He was lame for 3 years. I just couldn't put him thru it any longer, so I had my farried put shoes with pads on the front - he has been sound and rideable (took him on a trailride for the first time in 3 years last weekend) with the shoes. I really, really wanted to leave him barefoot, but 3 years is long enough. We created these poor thin soled TB hooves, so I feel like its my responibility to maintain them properly. Now, I understand that I did not house him on gravel, and provide turnout areas in the rocks, and all that other stuff that goes along with barefoot, but I can't. Plain and simple. So the next best thing was to pad him. I don't regret the decision at all. He has always worn shoes, until three years ago when unknown to me a farrier I was using took his shoe size down to a 1 - he has always been a 2. Then he couldn't keep shoes on, he cracked out of them, it was ugly. So he went barefoot for three years to see if he could be without shoes permanently (and I fired that other farrier) and he just can't. I'm sure it works for alot of horses, it just wasn't possible with mine.

Just my two cents.......

WendyP/Bend, OR

[hayforhorses - The Food Angel]

Thank you so much for the Farriers list...I will get the info to Emily...

Aimee

kidznhorses said:

I understand that her TB has very tender feet, but I would HIGHLY recommend she find a barefoot trimmer. There are several in her area. Here are a few who are close.


Conde Pantoja, Molalla, Oregon, Email: Betteroffbarefoot @ yahoo.com Phone: [phone]
Certified, full time professional hoofcare. If you want to know what it takes to go barefoot, call or write. I am available for barefoot presentations as well as fit and distribute hoof boots. "...where the spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom." 2Cor 3:17
Website: www.betteroffbarefoot.us

Sabrina Prowell, Oregon, 503-949-7312
Natural Barefoot Horse - I've been in business 2 years, trimming for 5. I'm a member of the AANHCP and almost
complete on my certification. I serve the Willamette Valley in Oregon. (07/06)

Judy Good, Oregon EMAIL: goodj @ peak.org, PHONE: [phone], CELL: 541-829-3505
I barefoot trim in Linn, Lane and Benton counties in Oregon following the Wild Mustang Model put forth by the American Assoc. of Natural Hoof Care Practitioner. I will complete my certification through the AANHCP within the next few months. My goal is to evolve horses into happy barefoot rock-crushing people lovers. (11/06)

Phil Smith, Portland, Oregon, My phone number is 503-380-0217 and my email is horseshoer123 @ comcast.net
I'm a certifed Natural Balance trimmer & farrier (recieved my certification in August of 2006). I am a farrier, but I'm also a bare foot advocate. I practice in the Portland (Oregon) metro area and I'm also a dealer for Easyboot, Old Mac's and Boa's. (11/06)

Lynda Schnarr, SHP 2006, SW Washington & NW Oregon,Phone [phone] or 812-480-0683, or email holistichoofcare @ yahoo.com
Graduated from year long Strasser Hoofcare Course and apprenticed for a year at Dr. Steve Skinner's hoof clinic in Sherwood, OR. Experienced and successful in trimming horses of all ages and activity levels as well as horses with pathologies. I trim to promote optimal health in the horse as well as educate owners on lifestyle necessities. Please call 360-695-9654 or 812-480-0683, or email holistichoofcare @ yahoo.com to schedule a FREE consultation. (01/07)


After reading this last persons ad, it looks like Emily has a hoof clinic ran by a veterinarian, Dr. Steve Skinner, just a few miles from her in Sherwood, OR. I'll bet they trim horses really cheap if they can use them in a class. The tender hooved TB will be just what they like to work on!

[hayforhorses - The Food Angel]

Thanks, crum! This is a job that Emily would love!

Aimee

crum said:

Is this the type of job she is looking for

"PT Receptionist
Receptionist needed for established, growing equine practice near Portland. Experience, commitment, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills required. Must be available for Saturday rotation. New facility in great location adding staff as business expands. Part-time position with full-time potential. Competitive salary and benefits.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to Equus Veterinary Service, P.C., 14671 S. Leland Rd., Oregon City, OR 97045, Attn: Angela. Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]"

More jobs can be found at www.oregonvma.org/classified/wanted-parapro.asp

[kidznhorses]

I agree, Wendy, there are those horses out there that just can't go barefoot. Particularly TB's. We've got a 3 year old rescue that had racing plates on when we brought him home last summer. We pulled his shoes and I'm hoping he will be able to remain barefoot, but his comfort and well being will always come first, so if he has to have shoes, we'll sure get them.

My Arabs and even our Paso Fino and Saddlebred have hard hooves and have been shoeless for years. At 20 years old, my No. 1 Arab girl hasn't ever had shoes. But Arabs are known for their tough hooves.

I always encourage people to try barefoot with their horses. It sounds like you gave it a HUGE try, but it sure didn't work. Glad you're finally able to ride your gelding!

Kerrie

[earlybp]

I use Phil Smith, and he's great. Sherwood is about an hour and a half from where Emily lives.
A good barefoot trimmer will also know how to shoe properly.

[hayforhorses - The Food Angel]

Hi, Trixie,

Thanks for that great comment on Dr. Sundholm...I will forward that info to Emily...it'd sure be great if she could get this job. It is close to her geographically and she obviously has a lot of experience with horses

Aimee

trixie said:

crum said:

Is this the type of job she is looking for

"PT Receptionist
Receptionist needed for established, growing equine practice near Portland. Experience, commitment, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills required. Must be available for Saturday rotation. New facility in great location adding staff as business expands. Part-time position with full-time potential. Competitive salary and benefits.

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and references to Equus Veterinary Service, P.C., 14671 S. Leland Rd., Oregon City, OR 97045, Attn: Angela. Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]"

More jobs can be found at www.oregonvma.org/classified/wanted-parapro.asp

This is Dr. Sundholm, he is a fantastic vet & very very easy to work for. When I lived in Oregon City I worked for him, not to mention he was my vet for 20 years. GREAT PLACE TO WORK