Prevention beats collection
Most overdue farrier invoices start as unclear expectations. Invoice promptly, show due dates, and keep card/check instructions boringly explicit.
Timing that feels fair
A short nudge a few days after due date, then a firmer note with the open balance table. Farrier payment reminders work when they look like bookkeeping, not threats.
Policies you can repeat without shame
Late fees (where legal), prepayment for chronic late payers, or stops until balance clears — pick policies you will enforce consistently. Farrier collections get easier when the rules are the same for everyone.
When software helps tone stay professional
Seeing aging balances at a glance lets you choose who gets grace versus who needs a boundary. Hoofy’s invoicing and A/R views exist for exactly that — see invoicing guide.