Farriers add to the quality of life of horses by taking care of their feet.

National Day of the Horse is observed every year on December 13. On November 18, 2004, United States Senate Resolution 452 recognized December 13 as the National Day of the Horse. The purpose of the day is to “encourage people of the United States to be mindful of the contribution of horses to the economy, history and character of the United States.” The senate resolution states,

Designating December 13, 2004, as National Day of the Horse and

   encouraging the people of the United States to be mindful of the

 contribution of horses to the economy, history, and character of the

                             United States.

Whereas the horse is a living link to the history of the United States;

Whereas without horses, the economy, history, and character of the United States

        would be profoundly different;

Whereas horses continue to permeate the society of the United States, as

        witnessed on movie screens, on open land, and in our own backyards;

Whereas horses are a vital part of the collective experience of the United

        States and deserve protection and compassion;

Whereas because of increasing pressure from modern society, wild and domestic

        horses rely on humans for adequate food, water, and shelter; and

Whereas the Congressional Horse Caucus estimates that the horse industry

        contributes much more than $100,000,000,000 each year to the economy of

        the United States: Now, therefore, be it

    Resolved, That the Senate–

            (1) designates December 13, 2004, as “National Day of the

        Horse”, in recognition of the importance of horses to the

        security, economy, recreation, and heritage of the United

        States;

            (2) encourages all people of the United States to be

        mindful of the contribution of horses to the economy, history,

        and character of the United States; and

            (3) requests that the President issue a proclamation

        calling on the people of the United States and interested

        organizations to observe the day with appropriate programs and

        activities.

We feel fortunate to be part of this wonderful industry. Horses make life better. We can help horses’ quality of life by ensuring they get adequate care. A big part of that care has to do with their feet. Farriers show their appreciation and support for the horse industry by providing consistent hoof care and other related services to ensure that horses stay sound and comfortable. At Butler Professional Farrier School, we have made it our mission to teach our students how to be good hoof care providers.