Introduction to Farrier Services
For over 32 years, Morrison's Farrier & Barefoot Trim Service has delivered reliable, barn-side hoof care across the eastern half of Tennessee. Based in Crossville, we specialize in balanced barefoot trims, basic and custom shoeing, and therapeutic solutions that keep horses comfortable, confident, and performing their best. From family trail partners to high-performance athletes, every horse receives patient handling, clear communication, and a plan that fits its workload, conformation, and lifestyle. Mobile service means we come to you, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with the tools, materials, and expertise to do the job right the first time.
Why Expert Hoof Care Matters
Healthy feet are the foundation of soundness. Long toes, underrun heels, imbalances, and subtle distortions can strain joints and soft tissue, leading to short strides, tripping, or lost training time. Correct, consistent trimming and shoeing support the internal structures of the hoof, align the limb, and distribute load so horses move freely and stay comfortable. For horses rehabbing from laminitis, navicular issues, white line disease, or quarter cracks, timely farrier intervention pairs with your veterinarian’s plan to protect the hoof capsule and encourage healing. Even easy keepers who go barefoot benefit from professional maintenance that prevents flare, chipping, and thrush. Good hoof care is not just about today’s ride; it safeguards long-term athletic potential and everyday soundness.
Key Benefits of Our Approach
Mobile, punctual service
Your schedule matters. We arrive when promised, communicate clearly, and keep horses calm and focused. Our rig is stocked with steel, aluminum, composite and glue-on options, pads, pour-ins, and traction devices, so we can adapt the plan on site without cutting corners or making you wait for a second visit.
Individualized trimming and shoeing
Every hoof tells a story. We map landmarks, balance toe and heel, evaluate medio-lateral symmetry, and fit shoes to the foot, not the other way around. Whether your horse goes barefoot or shod, the goal is efficient breakover, proper support, and repeatable results that hold between cycles.
Experienced therapeutic solutions
Complex cases require calm expertise. With decades in farriery and advanced equine podiatry, we collaborate with owners and veterinarians to design mechanical solutions for founder, navicular pain, high or low heel syndromes, and performance-limiting pathologies. From reverse shoes to rocker toes, pour-in support and custom pads, our focus is comfort today and healthier growth for tomorrow.
How Morrison's Farrier & Barefoot Trim Service Can Help
Whether you need routine maintenance or a comprehensive rehabilitation plan, we bring full-service farriery directly to your barn in and around Crossville, TN and throughout the eastern half of the state. Services include basic and custom shoeing in steel, aluminum, and composite; glue-on applications; reverse and therapeutic shoes; barefoot trims; preventive hoof balancing; drill and tap for studs; traction devices for sport horses; white line disease treatment; quarter crack repair; and advanced hoof reconstruction.
As a certified master farrier offering elite services, we take the extra time to explain options, pricing, and expected outcomes before we touch a hoof. You will always know what we are doing and why. We welcome performance barns, backyard companions, and everything in between, and we are available 24/7 for urgent needs.
FAQs
How often should my horse be trimmed or shod?
Most horses do best on a four to six week cycle. Growth rate, footing, workload, and nutrition all influence timing, so we will recommend a schedule after we evaluate your horse. Sticking to a consistent cycle keeps balance predictable, prevents flare, and reduces the risk of chips, cracks, and soreness.
Do you work with veterinarians on therapeutic cases?
Yes. We coordinate closely with your veterinarian to align radiographs, diagnostics, and a trimming or shoeing plan. Collaboration ensures the mechanical goals of the shoeing match the medical diagnosis, which is critical for conditions such as laminitis, navicular pain, white line disease, caudal heel pain, and soft tissue injuries.
What areas do you serve?
We are based in Crossville and travel throughout the eastern half of Tennessee. If you are unsure whether your barn is in our range, call and we will do our best to accommodate or recommend a trusted professional nearby.
Do you offer emergency hoof care?
Yes. We offer 24/7 availability for urgent needs such as pulled shoes, sudden lameness related to the foot, or hoof wall damage. Call us and we will advise immediate steps to keep your horse comfortable until we arrive.
