Elise Umstead, APF is an Accredited Professional Farrier through the International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF). She received her education through Colorado State University with a Bachelors in Animal Science and Meredith Manor International Equestrian Centre with an Equine Science Masters certification. Elise strongly believes in continuing education and has been the recipient of continuing education awards through the IAPF from 2019-2022 and has also received the Rising Shoeing Star award, nominated by her peers, for excellence within the Farrier industry. Umstead Farrier Service provides a professional, dependable and ethical whole horse approach to keep your horse sound and healthy. With the foundation of a correct trim we offer steel, aluminum and composite horseshoes depending on your horse’s individual needs and discipline. We also offer therapeutic trimming and shoeing and will work alongside your veterinarian. Umstead Farrier Service works with a variety of performance and pleasure horses as well as donkeys, mules, goats, sheep and heavy horses. ​