DRAFT HORSES: Going To The Amish Farrier (Part 1) Reset shoes on horses, Should horses wear shoes?

I had the pleasure of working with Amish roofers once. They dressed like you see in the movies and they didn’t swear smoke or act in anyway unprofessional. The work they did was the best I ever saw in that particular field. True craftsmanship at its finest, you would be hard pressed to find better than these folks anywhere

I live in Belgium, the country of the Brabant draft horse. I love these magnificent giants. Their hoofs are enormous, as they have to support the weight of a 900 kilogram beast (over 2,000 pounds). The amazing thing is these draft horses are very calm and gently; they don't have an attitude.

I am not a farmer, I do not own or ride horses. But I sure love watching people preform magic while working their trades. Thank you for sharing. I wish I had a ton of money so I could travel and do go to as many tours watching different people and their trades.

A thumbs up. Eli seems like a great man. He showed care in doing this and i know he dont like to be photographed. But Thank him for the respect he showed.

It was lovely of Eli to allow you to film his process and to explain some of it on camera. You can tell there is a lot of respect between the two of you.

I am so very glad that Eli let you film his work! I appreciate seeing the hoof work done on Lady. Thanks for sharing the skills of a farrier!

I've never seen a horse being shoed before. Very interesting. Eli explains thing very well. Even I can tell he knows his stuff. Thank Eli for letting us watch him. I know they dont like being viewed. Thank you Jim.

I really am amazed he let you capture him on camera. Usually Amish people have a rule against being capture ore camera and video.

Please let the gentleman know how much I appreciate him allowing you to film the process.

Hi Jim. Love that clippity clop of thier feet. Very soothing to the ears. All four drafts are beautiful ❤

I've watched this for the second time, and always come away learning something. Please thank Eli for allowing you to video him and his work. which by the way is exemplary. he shows a lot of pride and consideration in his work. And Thank you Jim for taking us along on this task/adventure. God Bless. ECF

Man, that crack looks serous. Looks like its been there a while. I'm really interested in the details of the Percheron. They are my ultimate goal. Thank you so much Jim. And thank you to Eli for letting Jim film for us. I know their culture is reluctant but it is greatly appreciated.

I'm a farrier too, and I'd love to work with horses this well trained and behaved. Normal riding horses are so much more nervous and jumpy. Work horses are a true blessing for farriers, even if they are really heavy, but you don't have to worry about them jumping anywhere out of the blue. In austria we have a smaller local breed, called Noriker, and damn they are great. Sadly not a lot of people train them this well, and many farriers don't like working with them. Still love them. Greetings from austria! Love your work!

Tire for the tractor and shoes for the real workers 🐎 I have nothing but respect for the hard working Amish community! Same goes for you Jim.

Oakum is a prepared tarred fiber. Used for many things to seal gaps or cracks such as log homes and ship building. The tar must be what gives the healing to the hoof. My Dad was a farrier and blacksmith and used it. Thanks for sharing this, brings back good memories.

Eli's little girl is adorable. Hope your girls enjoyed their manicure and are feeling beautiful

modern times, the fibrous material used in oakum comes from virgin hemp or jute. In plumbing and marine applications, the fibers are impregnated with tar or a tar-like substance, traditionally pine tar (also called 'Stockholm tar'), an amber-coloured pitch made from pine sap. Tar-like petroleum by-products can also be used for modern oakum. "White oakum" is made from untarred material, and was chiefly used as packing between brick and masonry in pre-war home and building construction, as its breathability allows moisture to continue to wick and transfer.[1]

Wow, this man really knows his business of shoeing horses. I did not realize just how deep the cuts are made when preparing the sole for new shoes. Really appreciate you sharing this.

Good farrier and Lady is a good girl. She is obviously a well treated horse. Very trusting.

Garden looks great.... I just shared you with a friend. I just love you All. I appreciate the respect you have for people and animals. And good gosh don't lose a good farrier and blacksmith because of us. lol, I get it. And you have a great vet too! She's wonderful.... Many blessings and thank you..... Please let him know we just want to learn and thank Eli. That job is so hard on your back. Boy I don't know a blacksmith that can stand up straight! It's hard enough to pick feet sometimes. What an adorable daughter he's got. Jim Lady is so pacitate.