- Feed and water animals according to schedules and feeding instructions.
- Provide treatment to sick or injured animals, or contact veterinarians to secure treatment.
- Examine and observe animals to detect signs of illness, disease, or injury.
- Mix food, liquid formulas, medications, or food supplements according to instructions, prescriptions, and knowledge
Farrier | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Farriers prepare and treat horses' hooves, and make and fit horseshoes.
Farriers typically work around 47 to 49 hours per week.
As a Farrier you will typically work as a contractor / self-employed.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 22,036 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Farrier
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24,681 GBP
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20,807 GBP
Average salary for part-time Farrier
Average salary for full-time Farrier
Showing:
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8,853 GBP
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8,630 GBP
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9,659 GBP
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22,036 GBP
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20,807 GBP
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24,681 GBP
Salary over time for Farrier
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19,043 GBP
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18,666 GBP
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17,030 GBP
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18,681 GBP
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20,568 GBP
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21,682 GBP
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22,036 GBP
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20,833 GBP
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Future outlook for Farriers
Very good outlook
27 000+ jobs available 
Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average)
Balanced outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Farrier and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Farrier.
Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Judgment and Decision Making Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Farrier. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Farrier interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
