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Jason Spink Farrier Services

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Jason Spink Farrier Services

I am a UK qualified farrier, Dip WCF. I have lots of experience with most types and breeds. I have worked extensively with young stock including foals.

Hot and cold shoeing available as well as barefoot trims and remedial/corrective work. I started my farrier training in 2005 and passed my Diploma in the Worshipful Company of Farriers (Dip WCF) in 2010. Since then I have spent 14 years working alongside a wide range of farriers and vets both in the UK and here in NZ to expand my knowledge and experience. The last 10 years I have been successfully

running my own business in the Waikato. I have lots of experience in both hot and cold shoeing and all types of trimming. I have also done lots of different remedial and corrective work. I cover Raglan, Kawhia, Hamilton and Te Kowhai

08/07/2025

My first visit to these two cuties a couple weeks ago. They’re coming up for their second trim with me in another couple weeks. Slowly bringing their overgrown feet back to where they should be. Looking forward to seeing them for the next visit. You can see in the photos how having the feet closer to where they should be they are able to stand with their leg underneath them providing correct loading and angles of joints and tendons, thus allowing them to move more mechanically correct.
This is an extreme case, but displays the importance of correct hoof pastern axis and regular hoof maintenance.

03/07/2025

I love a success story. For me it’s not just about providing the best trimming or shoeing job possible. It’s about helping horses become comfortable and reassured about allowing me to get into positions that they don’t like or feel anxious about. To achieve this, it is crucial for me, my client and the horse to sync up in our goals and understanding of one another. I like to approach this as a team effort, assisting my client, being calm with the horses and talking through what we want to achieve.
This handsome fella “Walt” was very unsure about me and lots of others things. His awesome owner Mia is doing a great job of educating him about life and people.
Today (pictured) was the first time introducing him to having his leg pulled forward. You can see he is calm but is focused on me for any reason for him to back out. The key is we didn’t give him that reason. With a calm attitude from all 3 of us it went fantastic. This has taken time and patience and a solid plan and adjusting that plan on the fly. Proud of you Walt

17/06/2025

Mares and foals yesterday! My favourite! They’re always so fun to work with and be around. Not too much longer and they’ll be transitioning from cute and impressionable to cheeky and testy yearlings 😅😂

10/06/2025

Set of refits for this dude today who was showing mild thrush symptoms on the frog so gave him a treatment of Hoof Juice on all 4 feet.
Definitely seeing more thrush with the increase in wet weather.

12/05/2025

Autumn is in full swing and it’s lovely, aside from it now being prime conditions for thrush to thrive. Keep feet picked out regularly. If your horse is showing signs of thrush I can supply you with Hoof Juice, as pictured, or Kevin Bacons Hoof Solution.

15/04/2025

Set of refits for this well mannered hunter that will keep him going for the next 5 weeks of hunting and jumping. Finished off, as always, with some Kevin Bacons hoof oil to nourish his feet and give them some protection for all the rain that is forecast. It helps prevent the feet from becoming wet then dry rapidly in the changing season. As going from wet to dry fast over and over will weaken the hoof wall.

For any clients that need a refill of hoof oil I have a large container meaning you can re use your bottle and brush and get the best hoof oil cheaper.

25/03/2025

Second time round for this awesome guy having the Easy Shoe Speeds on. He has been a lot happier and brighter in himself since having them on. He had grown lots of healthy hoof wall, which is a great start into improving his overall hoof health and growth that doesn’t flare. Seedy toe is reducing well after cleaning out applying Bluestone Bang.
1st photo is 5 weeks after application of the first pair. Rest of the photos are the new pair.
He is a perfect client and stands patiently while being shod/glued.

04/03/2025

Making a difference to a few sore and or misaligned horses last couple of weeks. Always nice to get text messages to inform me of how much these horses have improved with their new kicks. 3 different horses in photos with before and after shots.

10/02/2025

First horse for the day. This lovely girl was in the 3d half mesh wedged pads for quite a while. Due to how the combination of how the pads and putty work, her heels have improved so much that she no longer needs the use of wedges. So today she had some new flat pads with putty. I opted for the full coverage pads to also improve sole depth along with all the other benefits from this system.
Of course finished off with some Kevin Bacons hoof oil to keep her hooves nourished.

31/01/2025

Another epic week of lots of awesome horses and clients. One thing that keeps me going and I always appreciate 😉 is coffee. The same person that made the pictured coffee handed me an iced coffee today as it’s been super hot, as we all know. Cheers! Love the mug too!

30/01/2025

Using some Easy Shoe Speed glue on shoes for this thoroughbred that has very weak walls and crushed heels. The caudel support and loading to the frog should help bring the heels back into good condition, thus improving overall hoof pastern axis (HPA) and integrity of the hoof wall.

23/01/2025

I’ve been shoeing this lovely horse for nearly 10 years. Always a pleasure to keep her feet in good condition. Correct and regular maintenance is the key to longevity. Not to mention good communication with her awesome owner

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