Tiffany Wilson
Pea Ridge,AR
Summary
Skilled Farrier with background in equine hoof care, including regular trimming and balancing. Experience handling horses of all temperaments while maintaining safety as paramount concern. Strengths lie in forging custom horseshoes, identifying hoof diseases early, and providing treatment for various foot conditions. Previous work has contributed to improved horse performance and overall health.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Farrier
Self
Pea Ridge, Arkansas
04.2021 - Current
- Shod horses for self-employed clients using hoof care tools and hand-fitted shoes
- Trimmed hooves and balanced feet to support proper horse movement
- Inspected hooves for cracks, disease, and wear during routine farm visits
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth business functioning.
- Maintained forge, anvils, tongs, and trimming tools for daily work
- Repaired bent shoes and replaced damaged hardware in field conditions
- Heated, shaped, and adjusted shoes for custom fit and performance
- Scheduled mobile appointments and maintained client records to ensure timely farrier services
- Utilized an array of specialized tools such as nippers, hammers, and rasps while working with horses' feet.
- Created detailed records of all farrier services performed including dates, types of shoes used.
- Repaired cracked or broken hooves using various methods such as glue-on shoes or casting materials.
- Instructed owners on how often they should have their horse's hooves trimmed or shod.
- Examined a horse's gait in order to identify any abnormalities requiring attention.
- Evaluated horses prior to shoeing or trimming in order to assess their individual needs.
- Monitored horses post-treatment to ensure that their hooves were healing correctly.
- Constructed custom shoes for specific needs as requested by clients.
- Visited farms regularly in order to keep track of all the horses' progress with their farrier care plan.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on horseshoes and replaced them when needed.
- Administered medications prescribed by the vet during farrier treatments.
- Provided advice on how best to care for a horse's feet between visits.
- Performed corrective shoeing procedures according to veterinarian instructions.
- Diagnosed lameness issues related to the horse's feet and legs structure.
- Built lasting relationships with customers by delivering attentive and personalized service.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls from customers regarding their horses' hoof problems.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to create tailored treatment plans for horses with hoof issues.
- Assisted in the trimming and balancing of horses' hooves to ensure proper foot health.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Taught animals sit, stay and other basic commands.
- Socialized animals to prepare for adoption.
- Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
- Screened individuals interested in adopting pets.
- Assisted with grooming tasks such as bathing, brushing, and nail trimming.
Cashier
Lowe's Home Improvement
Russellville, AR
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Processed customer purchases using Lowe's register and payment systems.
- Handled returns and exchanges following Lowe's store policies.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly service at front end.
- Directed shoppers to departments, services, and product locations.
- Resolved register issues and called support when needed.
- Scanned merchandise and checked prices for accurate checkout.
- Maintained clean, organized checkout areas and stocked supplies.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
Education
Graduate Farrier - Farrier Program
Arkansas Horseshoeing School
Dardanelle, AR 04.2021 - 07.2021
Homeschool
Paris, ARSkills
- Customer Service
- Time management
- Equine care
- Farm care
- Trimming horses
- Blacksmithing
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Arkansas Horseshoeing School Graduate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Farrier
Self
04.2021 - Current
Graduate Farrier - Farrier Program
Arkansas Horseshoeing School
04.2021 - 07.2021
Cashier
Lowe's Home Improvement
02.2018 - 02.2019
Homeschool