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 Re: [RC] how many endurance riders shoe and trim their own horses? - Flora HillmanHave been 
shoeing for over 25 years -- but only do my own, so ... my back is still 
working great. Educated myself by a book, along with observation and 
consultation with *good* farriers throughout the years.    I learned 
when I was eventing in the late 70's. I didn't start endurance riding until 
Y2K.   
No, it's not 
hard to learn, but ...if you are only doing your own, and don't own a herd of 
30, it will take you longer to learn to do it proficiently.  Hitting 
that very first nail in for the very first time is the most 
nerve-wracking thing you'll ever have to do when learning to shoe. 
:-) 
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