About
The Farriers App is a specialised business management solution created specifically for farriers and equine hoof-care professionals. It brings together the core tools a farrier needs to run a smooth, professional operation — all within a single, easy-to-use platform. At its core, the app provides a clear daily and weekly schedule view so farriers can manage appointments at a glance. The integrated invoicing system enables one-click invoice creation and supports credit card payment processing, ensuring farriers always get paid on time. A comprehensive client and horse management module stores full contact information, past invoices, horse details, and upcoming appointments for every customer. The app also supports document storage — farriers can attach images, X-rays, vet reports, and other records directly to horse profiles. Customisable SMS and notification-based reminders keep both the farrier and their clients informed about upcoming visits. Exportable financial reports make bookkeeping straightforward. New features released in 2023 include customer-facing reports sent directly by email, SMS appointment reminders, the ability to add horses directly from an appointment, image attachments on invoices, and flexible service pricing on a per-invoice basis. The Farriers App is ideal for self-employed farriers and small farriery businesses looking to replace manual paperwork with a streamlined digital workflow. A free 30-day trial requires no credit card, and an Android app supports offline working in the field.
Key Features
- Scheduling & Calendar: View your daily and weekly appointment schedule at a glance, and create owner appointments for horses housed at barns.
- Invoicing & Payment Processing: Generate one-click invoices and accept integrated credit card payments so you always get paid on time, with the option to add images or adjust service amounts per invoice.
- Client & Horse Management: Maintain a full client list with contact details, horse profiles, past invoices, attached documents, and upcoming appointment history all in one place.
- Document & Record Storage: Attach images, X-rays, vet reports, and other documents directly to horse or appointment records for complete, accessible health histories.
- Reminders & Notifications: Send customisable SMS text appointment reminders to clients and set internal notifications to keep on top of upcoming shoeing visits.
Use Cases
- Managing a full week of farrier appointments through a clear daily and weekly schedule view.
- Sending one-click invoices and collecting on-site credit card payments from horse owners immediately after a job.
- Storing X-rays, vet reports, and shoeing images against individual horse profiles for a complete health history.
- Sending automated SMS reminders to clients ahead of their horse's next shoeing appointment.
- Generating and exporting financial reports to simplify bookkeeping and end-of-year accounting.
Pros
- Purpose-built for farriers: Every feature is tailored to the farriery trade — horse records, shoeing schedules, and vet documents — rather than being a generic business tool.
- Integrated payments: Built-in credit card processing means farriers can collect payment instantly on-site without needing a separate payment service.
- Offline mobile support: The Android app supports offline working, which is essential for farriers operating in rural or low-connectivity environments.
- Generous free trial: A full 30-day free trial lets farriers explore all features without committing to a paid plan upfront.
Cons
- Highly niche audience: The app is designed exclusively for farriers, so it offers no value to professionals outside the equine hoof-care industry.
- Limited iOS availability: At the time of writing, only an Android mobile app is available; the iOS version was listed as 'coming very shortly', which may be a barrier for Apple users.
- No AI-powered features: The platform focuses on traditional business management workflows without AI-driven automation, predictions, or smart recommendations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free trial available?
Yes. The Farriers App offers a free 30-day trial. You can sign up directly on the website and start using the platform immediately without needing to enter payment details upfront.
Is there a mobile app?
Yes. An Android app is available for download and supports offline working, which is useful when you're out in the field without internet access. An iOS (Apple) version was listed as coming soon.
Can I process payments through the app?
Yes. The Farriers App includes integrated credit card processing so you can accept payments directly from clients, helping to ensure you get paid on time after every job.
Can I store horse health records and vet documents?
Yes. You can attach images, X-rays, vet reports, and other documents directly to individual horse profiles within the app, keeping all health records organised and accessible.
Can I send appointment reminders to my clients?
Yes. The app supports customisable SMS text appointment reminders so your clients are automatically notified ahead of scheduled shoeing visits, reducing no-shows.
