Each day, American Farriers Journal encounters a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at an aspect of the equine industry. Our favorite content for "This Week" is aggregated here. We hope it offers a useful tip to improve your hoof-care business, expands your knowledge by giving you something new to ponder, or entertains you when you need a break most.   

• Shoeing a Pole Bending Champion
• International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame Farrier Horse Evaluation
• Making Sense of Radiographs
• One Approach to the Trim

Shoeing a Pole Bending Champion

Brock, Texas, farrier Lee Olsen of Olsen Equine discusses the steps he took to help National High School Rodeo Pole Bending Champion Rylee Hardin improve the performance of her horse through shoeing. Break over, traction and slide were among his considerations.

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame Farrier Horse Evaluation

Coshocton, Ohio, and Wellington, Fla., farrier, Dave Farley, works through a basic evaluation of a horse’s front limbs and feet during this video presentation from Farrier Products Distribution.

Making Sense of Radiographs

In this episode of Farrier Focus podcast, veterinarian Dr. Rachael Shuster discusses how to read radiographs with foot pathology. 

One Approach to the Trim

Pulaski, Wis., farrier Joe Nygren shares his approach to the trim during this demonstration at the Colorado Classic. Nygren served as a judge at the event. This footage was captured by the Vagabond Farrier Cam.