Summary

Work experience

• Owner, Farrier

  Hendricks Farrier

  2021.01-Current

  (5 years)

  Work Im multiple disciplines, dressage, hunter/jumper, polo, western. As well as therapeutic and collaboration with vets Handling young horses, working with horses who have behavior and medical concerns Assisted in learnming proper hoof care techniques and maintenance practices Observed safety protocols while handling horses during shoeing processes • Developed understanding of different shoe types and their applications for various conditions. Enhanced knowledge of equine anatomy to improve service quality and customer satisfaction. • Increased client retention with consistent, high-quality workmanship on all farrier tasks. • Ensured prompt invoicing for services rendered while maintaining accurate financial records. Contributed to improved horse comfort through expert application of therapeutic shoes when needed. Expanded professional knowledge through continuous education in farriery techniques and practices. . Improved horse owners" satisfaction by providing exceptional hoof trimming and shoeing services. Adapted to diverse working conditions at various barns, stables, racetracks, or private farms. Performed accurate gait analysis to determine appropriate shoe modifications for enhanced movement quality in horses Collaborated with veterinarians to develop comprehensive treatment plans for horses with complex hoof issues Supported equine health by identifying and addressing hoof issues such as lameness, cracks, and abscess es Tailored shoeing solutions to meet individual needs of each horse, considering factors such as breed, discipline, and conformation. Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments. Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands. Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs. . Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
• Owner/barn Manager

  Liberty Stables

  2022.04-2023.03

  (a year)

  Managed daily operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in stable care and horse management. Over seen the property maintenance and grounds, handled horses daily, maintained finances, billing, supplies, ongoing orders for hay and supplements and bedding for stalls.
• Farm Manager

  Hay Sales

  2020.02-2021.01

  (a year)

  Supervised staff, providing training and guidance to enhance team performance and efficiency. Primarily a hay production and delivery farm. Managed sales, deliveries, managed quantity and quality of hay. Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency. Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance. Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations. and timely veterinarv consultations Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations

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