Home / Publications / American Farriers Journal

American Farriers Journal

View Archived Issues

March 2017

Volume: 43

Edition: 2

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.

Subscribe Now

Table Of Contents

Table Of Contents

Frankly Speaking: Labor Shortage Won’t Spare Farrier Industry

By Jeff Cota posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

There’s a widely held belief that a bachelor’s degree is an absolute necessity in order to live the American Dream.

Read More

Briefings: March 2017

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Safety & Healthcare, Shoeing

Strategy For Dictating Your Work Schedule

After having back surgery, Hillsborough, N.C., farrier Jeff Denson wanted more balance to his work and family life, so he established working hours of 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. for his practice.

Read More

Letterbox: March 2017

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Shoeing

Opinion On Moving Ahead

As a generalization, it seems that some farriers do not consider it necessary to actually run an efficient, professional business and focus more on the shoemaking side in preference to the part that actually keeps you and the horse safe and makes you money.

Read More

Taking the Time With Each Horse

Decades into his farrier career, Drew Golden still looks for every opportunity to learn from the horse

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds

When he was a young man, being a farrier wasn’t on Drew Golden’s radar. Born on Long Island, N.Y., he didn’t even have much interaction with horses. Instead, his passion rested elsewhere. Golden was an accomplished musician, studying the subject and playing saxophone in bands. He still plays in a band today, making the time between a busy work schedule and family time.
Read More

Attendees Applaud “Outstanding” Summit

Footcare professionals soak up 4 days of “inspiring” education

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

A record number of equine footcare professionals took part in the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit to hear, “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought.” Attendees of this winter’s Summit were treated to a wealth of information from some of the most knowledgeable hoof-care experts in the world. Over 4 days in late January, they had the opportunity to take part in:
Read More

IHCS 2017 PHOTO ALBUM

Record crowd treated to “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought”

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education

Another record turnout descended upon Cincinnati, Ohio, for “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought” at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.
Read More

Guarding Against Springtime Laminitis

Educating clients and being vigilant for early warning signs can head off this potentially deadly malady

By Pat Tearney posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Bright green grass is one of the signs of spring, but all that green is also a red flag for hoof-care professionals. It means it’s time to remind your clients of an increased danger of certain forms of laminitis, as well as keeping an eye peeled for the early warning signs of the disease.
Read More

Employ Alternative Trimming Methods to Manage Ailments

Proactive approaches can help resolve distortion and related lamenesses

By Stuart Muir posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Trimming

Hydration levels in horses' hooves will change dramatically not only from location-to-location, but also with naturally occurring seasonal change.
Read More

Get a Leg Up On Common Foot Woes

Hoof-care professionals share strategies to prevent and stop thrush and white line disease

By Audrey Pavia posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

One of the consequences of domestic life for horses is hoof disease. Diet and heredity, along with confinement, contribute to certain serious conditions of the hoof.
Read More

9 For the Ages

Six farriers and three veterinarians were elected to their respective Halls Of Fame at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education

Nine individuals were honored for outstanding careers in hoof care during the Hall Of Fame induction ceremonies at the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit.
Read More

Farriers Recognized As Future Footcare Leaders

Three farriers were honored at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit for making remarkable progress in their footcare careers just 3 years out of shoeing school.

By Amy Johnson posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education

In 2009, American Farriers Journal joined six industry suppliers to create the Rising Shoeing Star award to be given out each year at the International Hoof-Care Summit. This award is presented to three farriers who have made incredible professional progress within 3 years of graduation from farrier school.
Read More

Pennsylvania Shoer Wins Mule Shoe Challenge

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Forging

For the third straight year, VICTORY sponsored the Summit Mail-In Forging Exercise. This challenge was free to enter and participants each received a T-shirt for their efforts.
Read More

Keeping Polo Athletes Competing

The dos and don’ts of trimming and shoeing these hard working horses

By Steve Kraus posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Lamenesses, Shoeing

The sport of polo wasn’t always a sport. The oldest game using a ball and some sort of stick on a horse, is thought to have originated thousands of years ago in ancient Persia or China.
Read More

5 Key Points Help Clear Up Radiographs for Farriers

North Carolina vet finds these tips improve understanding and communication

By Jeff Cota posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

When a veterinarian sends you a digital radiograph, what should you be focusing your attention on?

After 29 years in equine practice, Mocksville, N.C., equine veterinarian Jim Meeker has found that there are five key parameters that farriers should be looking for on a radiograph:

Read More

Balance and the Basics

Farrier Shayne Carter highlights several cases from his work to remind farriers it usually comes down to the basics

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Trimming

Payson, Utah, farrier Shayne Carter first delivered his presentation “What Is Balance?” at the 2005 American Farrier’s Association Convention. Those who see this presentation today are rewarded with 11 years of additional experience that the Hall Of Fame farrier has augmented this lecture with.
Read More

Efforts To End Soring Travel A Long And Winding Road

Final horse protection amendments await Trump administration decision

By Jeff Cota posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

What a long strange trip the past year has been for the proposed changes to the Horse Protection Act.
Read More

Research Journal: March 2017

The information, ideas and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.

By Albert Kane posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

Resveratrol, a natural substance found in grape skins and other plants, is thought to have anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.
Read More

Shop Talk: University of Illinois Acquires MiddleFork Forge, Midwest Horseshoeing School

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Safety & Healthcare
Featured Articles

Featured Articles

Taking the Time With Each Horse

Decades into his farrier career, Drew Golden still looks for every opportunity to learn from the horse

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds

When he was a young man, being a farrier wasn’t on Drew Golden’s radar. Born on Long Island, N.Y., he didn’t even have much interaction with horses. Instead, his passion rested elsewhere. Golden was an accomplished musician, studying the subject and playing saxophone in bands. He still plays in a band today, making the time between a busy work schedule and family time.
Read More

Employ Alternative Trimming Methods to Manage Ailments

Proactive approaches can help resolve distortion and related lamenesses

By Stuart Muir posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Trimming

Hydration levels in horses' hooves will change dramatically not only from location-to-location, but also with naturally occurring seasonal change.
Read More

Get a Leg Up On Common Foot Woes

Hoof-care professionals share strategies to prevent and stop thrush and white line disease

By Audrey Pavia posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

One of the consequences of domestic life for horses is hoof disease. Diet and heredity, along with confinement, contribute to certain serious conditions of the hoof.
Read More
Digital Edition

Digital Edition

For Digital Subscribers: Login To Your Digital Flipbook Of The March 2017 Issue

March 6, 2017

Now view magazine-like digital flipbooks on your desktop and tablet. Starting in 2015 issues, included for FREE with your Digital or Premium subscription, view the magazine on your laptop, tablet, and mobile device. You need to be logged in to view.
Read More
Online Extras
Online Extras
Online Extras: March 2017

March 7, 2017

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Read about Matty Spinelli's use of a "hammer hand" when shoeing.

View more photos from the 2017 IHCS.

Read more on the role of cryotherapy in preventing and managing laminitis.

Listen to two humorous stories from HOF inductee Gunner Gatski's career.

Gain insight from Shayne Carter on shoeing the forefeet.

Read AFJ's coverage of soring.

Read More

THIS MONTH'S DIGITAL SPONSORS:

Current Issue

American Farriers Journal

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.

Subscribe Now

Identifying & Addressing Acute Laminitis

How Crooked Carriage Affects Equine Hoof Form

How Are You ... Really?

Current Issue

Cover_Your Guide For Building A Better Team With Farriers_VOL 4_1222.jpg

Special Report For Equine Veterinarians

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.

Subscribe Now

Must Read Free Eguides

Download these helpful knowledge building tools

Hoof Care on Parade

Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.

Events

Indiana Farriers' Association Clinic

Date: 03/29/25

Location: Montgomery, IN

The Indiana Farriers’ Association is hosting a clinic at the Daviess County Produce Auction on March 29, 2025. The clinician is Mark Troyer.

View Event

More Events

Top Directory Listings

Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.

Kawell USA

Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.

SmartPak

From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.

American Farriers Journal

View Archived Issues

March 2017

Table Of Contents

Featured Articles

Digital Edition

Online Extras

THIS MONTH'S DIGITAL SPONSORS:

Top Articles

Current Issue

Current Issue

Must Read Free Eguides

Videos

Events