Those of you that have been clients of mine for any length of time know these basic requirements. There are some things that you, as an owner need to do to help things go as smoothly and safely as possible for all parties involved. All horses must be taught to stand quietly for the Farrier. This includes the young colts and fillies, too. Your Farrier is paid to shoe your horses, not to train them.
Unruly horses are dangerous to work under.
There is really no excuse for it. Have your horses caught up, clean, and ready when the Farrier arrives. Wet or muddy legs and feet are dangerous areas to have a knife. Farriers try to schedule appointments fairly close and any wasted time only makes us late for the next appointment and gets us home later. Be available to hold your horses while they are being shod.