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.
- Lab Researcher turned Farrier
- Side Winder Shoe
- Laterality or Asymmetry?
- Foundered Pony
- Wilford Brimley
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Kawell USA originally began as a project to develop a copper alloy horseshoe that could help in the treatment of hoof diseases in horses, by using copper's natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. After years of development and research, we now offer horseshoes, bar stock and frog inserts that are made from our EPA approved copper alloy that is proven to combat bacteria and fungus related to thrush, seedy toe, and white line disease.
Lab Researcher Turned Farrier
In this episode of Mullins Farrier Podcast, hear from Brooklyn, Conn., farrier Katie Panos, who shares her journey from lab researcher to passionate farrier involved with the American Farrier's Association.
Side Winder Shoe
Watch Brock, Texas, farrier Lee Olsen apply a side winder shoe. Share your thoughts on it in the comments.
Laterality or Asymmetry?
Russell Guire of Centaur Biomechanics shares a recently co-authored paper on defining laterality in horses.
Foundered Pony
In a recent video by Lamar, Mo., farrier Cody Gregory, he shares how he trims an overdue foundered pony.
Wilford Brimley
In this interview with the late Utah farrier and actor Wilford Brimley, actor Red Steagall discusses Brimley's legacy.
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Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Kawell USA.
Kawell USA originally began as a project to develop a copper alloy horseshoe that could help in the treatment of hoof diseases in horses, by using copper's natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. After years of development and research, we now offer horseshoes, bar stock and frog inserts that are made from our EPA approved copper alloy that is proven to combat bacteria and fungus related to thrush, seedy toe, and white line disease.
