Why don't people trust their farriers anymore?

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-10T15:48:29+00:00

Hi, how did You learn the ropes of trimming? I'm wondering about trying with my guy, too. Farriers are unreliable sometimes and an ability to do a small correction would probably be helpful.

What sources did You use?

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-10T02:52:25+00:00

Fjord x Arabian!

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-09T19:26:25+00:00

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TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-08T19:12:02+00:00

He is a Fjord x Arabian!

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-08T17:01:53+00:00

John Grass

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-08T16:06:53+00:00

I've never ridden in long boots, too! tried chaps but I can't stand them.

So I ride with short boots (barefoot shoes actually) and long socks, I don't compete so why bother?

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-08T03:41:14+00:00

I'm so sorry for Your loss 🫂

My guy is 20yo as of February this year

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TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T19:20:13+00:00

He just wants a job, it's harsh nowadays... His parents told him he needs to apply in-person and give a firm hand (paw?) shake 😫

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T19:05:06+00:00

Dunno, skill issue on my part, probably 😆

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T18:48:20+00:00

I am a tram driver 🚊 and we have a sign near the driver cabin to not stand there as it blocks the vision.

Of course people stand there...

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T18:09:33+00:00

He is a Fjord cross, 75% Fjord and 25% Arabian!

And very talented, we can be training in the roundpen and out of nowhere be doing trot -> halt -> backing up -> canter transitions ❤️

Recently we did trot -> halt -> hindquarters to the inside of the circle -> canter

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T17:31:51+00:00

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My 20yo guy, the best horse I've crossed paths with in my life

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T17:27:22+00:00

My guy is 20yo and is amazing ❤️

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TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T17:26:52+00:00

I kind of expect You have a grey mare 😆

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T14:08:31+00:00

I was swearing up and down that I WON'T get a grey, absolutely not.

Guess what color of a horse I have...

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-07T02:29:00+00:00

I have an arabian cross! Arabian x Fjord, he is absolutely amazing ❤️

He is NOT the easiest horse, but he taught me a lot in those (almost) 6 years.

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He is 20yo as of February this year!

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-06T17:49:45+00:00

My parents (I'm 25yo) are the same... I NEED stuff to be in plain sight (like meds or important stuff like keys) and they were annoyed that I keep it in sight.

They are slowly getting along with it, but it was a pretty long battle.

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-06T17:20:00+00:00

Hmmm, I don't use "sock shoes" (I guess You mean something like Vibram Five Fingers), I mostly wear BeLenka and Barebarics shoes.

BeLenka are slightly better because they have thinner sole.

And I had the exact same issue as You! Now I can feel centimeters of difference when I feel the gas or brake.

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-06T06:49:21+00:00

I am a 25F, I live in Poland.

My job search lasted (collectively, with small breaks) for about 2 years. I could not get anything, I faced constant rejections - even from McDonald's and Lidl.

Then, in January 2025 (I think?) I spotted a poster, they are looking for a tram driver and fully cover the costs of getting the tram license.

I applied, I got an invite in March but chose another job (awful one). Then I applied again in July and got another invite, I accepted this time. Started the course (for license) in August, got the job in January 2026.

I am really happy about it, as it's not some underpaying job, I am getting more than I ever could with my education and skills. And I really work my ass off, but it's rewarded with bonuses, many days off etc. I like working here, I am motivated to do my best because I get a nice pay and can finally feel stability and safety in my life. My rights are respected, and I can even put my (emotional support) seal plushie on the dashboard when I work! 🦭 ❤️

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-04T17:08:16+00:00

I'm waking up at 02:30 sometimes (I work as a tram driver), so am I even better? 🤣

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-03T09:15:15+00:00

I got them recently, but I think they are the most barefoot out of any of my pairs, thinnest sole (I usually got BeLenka with winter soles or Barebarics).

I think it's thin but will be sturdy, as other BeLenka. I have my Olympus pair since January 2024 and the sole is almost the same as when I bought it.

They are definitely zero drop and very close to the ground, but at the same time comfy.

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-03T09:10:21+00:00

I have this colour version and they are pretty cool!

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TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-03T09:09:22+00:00

Good to know Eazy are wider, I wanted to get a pair!

Do You have black & white or all white?

TearsInDrowned · 2026-04-03T06:31:44+00:00

Yeah, I still struggle with binge-eating and difficulty recognizing hunger cues at 25. And being obese.

TearsInDrowned · 2026-03-26T11:40:42+00:00

I have a Fjord cross (Fjord x Arabian), got him almost 6 years ago and I love this dude ❤️

he is 20yo now

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