Practical Hoof Care. Experienced Farrier Service.
Straightforward hoof-care information for horse owners, backed by more than 30 years of hands-on experience from second-generation Ontario farrier Josh Emsley.
Farrier Services Around Durham, Ontario
Josh provides professional hoof trimming, shoeing and therapeutic hoof care for horses throughout Durham and the surrounding Midwestern Ontario area.
Every appointment starts with the individual horse—its hoof condition, movement, workload, environment and comfort. The goal is practical care that supports healthy, balanced feet over the long term.
Start With the Hoof-Care Essentials
Learn what healthy hooves look like, how to spot trouble early and when to bring in your farrier or veterinarian.
Basic Hoof Care
Cleaning, inspection, trimming schedules, nutrition and the everyday habits that help keep your horse’s feet healthy.
Common Hoof Problems
Understand warning signs connected with cracks, abscesses, thrush, laminitis and other problems affecting horse hooves.
Meet Your Farrier
Learn about Josh’s second-generation background, more than 30 years of experience and practical approach to hoof care.
Why Healthy Hooves Matter
A horse’s hooves support its weight, absorb shock, provide traction and protect sensitive internal structures. Healthy, balanced hooves are fundamental to comfort, movement and overall well-being.
Hoof Care 101 helps horse owners understand what they are seeing, ask better questions and work more effectively with their farrier and veterinarian.
Free Farrier eBook and Hoof-Care Newsletter
Farrier John Emsley—Josh’s father—shares his book What Is Good Shoeing? with the horse community. Join the Hoof Care 101 newsletter and receive your free copy.
Need Hoof Care for Your Horse?
Contact Josh with your location, number of horses and the type of trimming or shoeing service you need.