This page lists material that supplements the July/August 2024 issue of American Farriers Journal.
Gain insight from Dr. Deb Bennett’s straightness series:
- How Leaning Affects Equine Anatomy,” in which Bennett explains how the lack of a collarbone influences the form and function of the equine hoof.
- How Straightness Affects the Equine Hoof,” in which Bennett explains why crooked horses can lead to a multitude of hoof, movement and lameness problems.
Supplements to "How Crooked Carriage Affects Performance " on page 18.
Gain more insight on conformation by:
- Reading “Horse Conformation Determines Best Trimming and Shoeing Approaches,” in which Steve McConnell of Niagara Falls, Ontario, advises abandoning a one-size fits all approach.
- Watching a video of Grant Moon of Staffordshire, England, as he discusses managing footcare when facing conformational issues.
- Reading “Equine Body Conformation Should Inform Your Approach to Farriery,” in which Michael Wildenstein discusses his approach to rotational, flexural and angular deviations.
Supplements to "Managing Severe Limb Deformity" on page 38.
Check out this article and read the step-by-step guide to make a hospital plate here!
Supplements to "Army Keeps its Horse Tradition Alive" on page 65.
Read Judy Gulley’s profile about David Gulley’s career that was published in the November 1982 issue of American Farriers Journal.
Supplements to "Remembering David Gulley" on page 68.
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