FAF-Farriery Institute Dundlod

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फ़र्रिएरी की पूरी जानकारी बर्नार्ड जी की ज़ुबानी Mr Bernard explains the entire scenario and importance of horse hoo...

It’s a wonderful season. I visit the stud farms and check on the young foals. We undertake certain corrections, and I am always fascinated to see how easy it is to work with foals that are educated from birth. There’s no stress, they are confident; we handle their feet like those of seasoned horses. They are so used to being handled. Breeding also involves building trust with the horses from a young age, which makes the work so much easier. It is always a pleasure to come to India.
C’est une saison merveilleuse. Je parcours les élevages et contrôle les jeunes poulains. Nous entreprenons certaines corrections, et je suis toujours fasciné de voir à quel point il est facile de travailler avec des poulains qui sont éduqués dès la naissance. Pas de stress, ils sont confiants ; on leur prend les pieds comme à des vieux chevaux. Ils ont tellement l’habitude d’être manipulés. L’élevage consiste aussi à mettre en confiance les chevaux dès leur plus jeune âge, ce qui rend le travail tellement plus facile. C’est toujours un plaisir de venir en Inde.

FAFFID
Our second group of the year consists of farriers who already have some experience. What’s interesting is that they have experience, but they have never learned the basic concepts of farriery. That is what we are trying to teach them, and their progress is evident day by day.

They know how to make certain corrections, but they don’t always understand why! They are learning, discovering, and the profession is changing its face. Well done, guys! The school provides you with answers, and that is what we are dedicated to.

Baba Bernard

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming to the school Jabbar Singh, the father of Motti Singh, who is currently working in Saudi Arabia. Jabbar was a Jamadar at the Nanoli Stud Farm for many years. It is always moving to reconnect with people with whom we have shared such good times in that farm, which has left a lasting impression on all of us.

A new horse hospital has just opened in Punjab! Dr. Anhadbir Sidhu, an equine specialist, has realized his dream by establishing a fantastic facility ready to address any issues affecting horses. Well-organized and thoughtfully designed, this place is truly unique in all of India.
I wish Dr. Sidhu and his remarkable team great success. My initial impression is that there will be excellent collaboration between the farriery profession and this hospital, as our two professions are highly complementary. We must all strive to do our best in farriery to help horses suffering from lameness.

Happy Holi to all our Indian friends!
Baba Bernard

Our last class of 2025 has finished, and the students are on their way home. Another group that will build a clientele and put into practice everything they learned from this training. When we see them launching with only a few months of training, we, the teachers, think they are quite bold. In Europe, it would be unthinkable to compete in a market that is much more demanding and critical of young beginners. We wish them great success, humility, and to remember the lessons we have taught them. We remain by your side to guide and help you whenever you feel the need. A special thanks to Frank Barboni, Khan Singh, and Sandeep Shelar, our tireless teachers.

Baba Bernard