I travel thoughout Illinois and Iowa I also currently make regular visits to Eastern Nebraska.
I charge $40 per trim/visit.
I try to plan trimming appointments within an area to be able to do groups of horses in one trip. However, due to the increase in gas prices I will charge trip fees. The charges will vary depending on the number of stops I make, the number of horses I trim, and the distance I travel.
On horses that have lameness issues I will fit the horse with Easyboots as well as some type of padding. This ensures the horse is comfortable and is able to walk properly before I leave.
I do not charge for lectures for clubs. Generally a talk can take an hour plus time for any questions. I go through the importance of natural environment and consequences of not meeting the needs of horses.
Owners that wish to learn how to do some trimming between my visits can learn during appointments.
I do offer seminars in trimming. People must trim their own horses. I will trim a demo horse (probably one of my own or a clients horse) to show techniques and points to look for.
I will post dates soon. I will be hosting a seminar some time this summer at Heartland Horse Rescue, half of proceeds will go to benefit the rescue.
I will also be holding a seminar at my home in Alpha, IL as well this summer.
As this trim is not a one time fix and correctness of the trim is of upmost importance, I do not recommend owners continuing the trim un-assisted. Further trimming appointments will ensure that the owner understands and is doing a proper maintenance trim so as not to create more problems than a correct trim itself can solve.