Join our equine vet Saara Harma and remedial farrier Harry Spinks at this FREE clinic. As spring approaches and the health of our horses’ feet comes into focus with increased riding and also the risk of EMS/laminitis, we will discuss how the vet and farrier can work together using x-rays and corrective shoeing to maintain hoof balance and prevent more serious issues occurring.
Light RefreshmentsGorse Farm, Blissford Hill, Fordingbridge SP6 2JH
Happy feet = happy horse!
06/02/2026
Farrier tip Friday…
When applying pads, packing or shoes that cover the sole you can find that feet can get thrushy and sometimes have a maggot infestation!
Using an antibacterial substance underneath pads and packing is really important to keep the foot nice and clean and stops any problems from occurring.
In this can we are using Pad Powder which is a great product to use for keeping feet nice and healthy.
04/02/2026
Check out our latest day in the life video where I dodge the flooding whilst coming across a couple of unexpected problems.
Check it out on our YouTube channel Harry Spinks Farrier now!
29/01/2026
had cold hands whilst filming on Tuesday. Luckily the ‘glue warmer’ came in useful 😂
28/01/2026
Check out how and we why shoe Murphy in a pair of egg bar shoes, pads and magic cushion, to help him in his recovery.
Have a look at our new YouTube video now for the full video.
27/01/2026
Here I talk about corns and how to aid in their prevention.
24/01/2026
Dealing with conformation can sometimes be difficult. Giving support where needed can be great, but also can lead to more lost shoes and some times it’s weighing up the balance between helping the horse and the risk of shoe removal.
Yes this image is AI, but wouldn’t it be great if we could just attach a new leg 😂
23/01/2026
Farrier tip Friday.
A quick tip today. Using tape to keep in silicone packing can be easier for the horse then holding the hoof up.
How do you use your pour in packing?
21/01/2026
Our latest YouTube video is out! Here we look at Marti and I talk about how using different packing can help the horses in our care.
Check it out now.
16/01/2026
Farrier tip Friday - using copper nails
Some people love them some people don’t see the point but why do we use copper nails?
Well copper is anti bacterial and so (in theory), better for the horses hoof then the traditional steel nail. The nails are still steel them selves just copper coated.
Do you or your farrier use copper coated nails? let us know 👇
14/01/2026
Our new YouTube video is out and in it I am talking about the differences between a full sole pad and a half sole/mesh pad.
Check it out and any questions please feel free to ask.
14/01/2026
My nan always told me I would be a model one day… and to day is the day modelling with my favourite bird for her old owners calendar!
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Harry is a proactive, professional, skilled and caring farrier located just outside of Blandford Forum, Dorset, in the south of England. Harry works on all types of horses from your child’s pony to Olympic level and specialises in therapeutic and performance related cases. Harry has also worked internationally by invitation as a clinician and enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the wider equine community.
Having a fully equipped mobile work shop means that Harry can work on any problem that is encountered; whether it is a crack repair or a laminitic attack, these can all be dealt with using a comprehensive range of knowledge and equipment.
Harry started his farrier apprenticeship in 2010 with Ben Benson AWCF, Harry subsequently passed his Diploma of the Worshipful Company of Farriers (DipWCF) in November 2014. Harry also met his wife, Emily, in 2010. She supported him through his training and remains the back bone of his business, working hard behind the scenes. Emily and his daughter, Vivian, keep him very busy when not shoeing.
As well as spending hours of his time reading and researching new methods, Harry also attends as many CPD events as he possibly can throughout the year. Harry has a very keen interest in shoeing the whole horse and taking into account any conformational deviations that can be helped through proper foot care. Another particular interest of Harry’s is helping laminitic horses, from using the standard heart bar through to any number of modern methods that are currently in development. Working with the owner and home team and overcoming the challenging obstacles that can be in place for this type of condition is a very rewarding process.
Using modern technology means that Harry can communicate with vets and other professionals quickly and with ease, for example I regularly have X-rays and reports sent to me about the horses that I am working on meaning I can get the best possible results out of the shoeing package.
Good farriery is not just about shoeing as not all horses require shoes, and Harry has a large number of barefoot horses that he cares for and has helped transition from shoes to bare foot, helping them overcome a variety of issues in the process. Another string to his bow is the use of glue on shoes and composite materials; these can bring a wide range of benefits without the potentially traumatic event of nailing on, as some horses and some pathologies mean that this is not possible.
