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John Lyons Clinic: John & Charlie with Bryan & Junior, Sept. 2007
Bryan's Bio...
Bryan S. Farcus MA, CJF For 25 years, Bryan has been combining the skills of horseshoeing, teaching, and riding. He is a Certified Journeyman farrier through the Brotherhood of Working Farriers Association (BWFA) and also holds a certification in Equine Massage Therapy. For twelve years, Bryan was the director and instructor of a Farrier Studies program at Meredith Manor Equestrian Centre in Waverly, WV. He has also been a guest instructor of Equine Science at Salem International University in Salem, WV. Bryan's other accomplishments include both a Master of Arts degree with a specialization in equine education and also a Bachelor of Science degree in the area of business. Bryan has continued his education by working with some of the top professionals in the industry. He has had the honor of studying with Dr. Doug Butler--- world famous farrier educator...King A. Lamadora--- lameness expert & founder of "Proper Balance Movement" PBM II... Dr. Ronald Riegel--- leading researcher in the use of infrared thermography for diagnosing equine lameness... Kate Poulin--- accomplished dressage trainer and member of the 2007 Pan Am gold metal winning team… and“America’s most trusted horseman”--- John Lyons.
Bryan is also the creator of a select line of "Farrier-Friendly"™ products and currently authors a series of "Farrier-Friendly"™articles that appear in horse magazines throughout the US. Bryan is committed to furthering the advancement of equine education and ,upon invitation, he offers Hoof Care demonstrations and Horsemanship clinics for horse owners. Bryan currently works with horses and their owners in Ohio and West Virginia. When he is not on the road, he can be found at home enjoying the company of his lovely wife,Shannon, and his step-daughter, Lexi.
You can contact Bryan at: FARRIER-FRIENDLY ™Services, Athens OH (304)481-6827 or farrierfriendly@hotmail.com
Doug Butler's Farrier Focus Conference: with fellow farriers and veterinarians, Nov. 2002
King Lamadora's PBM ll: shoeing in California with King, Apr. 2004
Bryan having some"horseshoe fun" with a few interested spectators/ Lion's Club Event, Oct. 2009
