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.
- Duct Tape Solution
- Choosing Winter Hay
- Recycling Into Art
- Lateral Shoe Extensions
- Equine Intelligence Study
Duct Tape Solution
The duct tape trend still works for this owner and farrier. Has it worked for you? Let us know in the comments.
Choosing Winter Hay
Consider the differences between square and round hay bales for your winter supply in this American Association of Equine Practitioners post.
Recycling Into Art
New Zealand sculptor Jamie Thomas uses recycled rasps and horseshoes to create works of art.
Lateral Shoe Extensions
U.K. farrier Ben Benson, AWCF, explains what lateral extensions are and how they can help with weight distribution, breakover and stabilization.
Equine Intelligence Study
A recent study, summarized by Equine Science Update, demonstrates that horses can adapt their behavior to maximize rewards, which opens doors for new training methods.
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