It is important that all horses be shod by a competent tradesperson. A fully trained and competent farrier can detect problems in a horse's foot and alleviate them by correct shoeing. Farriers play a most important role in the horse world and, properly trained, are invaluable to the owner or trainer with the knowledge and skill they possess.

The AFBA promotes the profession and serves as a representative of farriery interests within the horse world. The AFBA actively monitors legislation and showing rules, and acts as an advocate of farriers in relations with veterinarians, breed and sport associations, and state and federal government agencies.

 



UPCOMING COMPETITIONS:
* Royal Adelaide Show, 9-11 Sept.  Entries close 26th July.  The program can be found on the Events page.  Contact Tim Hill 0411 480 253.

* NEW ZEALAND FARRIERS COMP: 18TH & 19TH SEPTEMBER 2010
Australian Farriers are being offered: free pick up and drop off from Wellington Airport; free accommodation and free dinner on the Saturday night of the competition.  Click on the Events page for more details.

* WAROONA SHOW FARRIERS COMP, 9th October.  The program can be found on the Events page.  Contact Matthew Smailes 0400 219 362 or email:
redgullyforge@bigpond.com  Entries close 29th September

* GIGI SHOW, WA, 30th Oct.  Contact Matthew Smailes on 0400 219 632

MUSTAD ASIAN PACIFIC FARRIER CONFERENCE AND COMPETITION, 29th, 30th Sep & 1st Oct 2010. Epping, Melbourne VIC.  See events page for Program and Booking form.