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You are the Future of Hoof-Care

By Kristen Kubisiak posted on July 31, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
The life of a farrier is not for everyone, and the knowledgeable hoof-care practitioners who appear on the pages of this 12th edition of the American Farriers Journal’s “Getting Stared in Hoof Care” don’t sugarcoat the challenges that someone who chooses this profession is likely to face.
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Changing Your Farrier Practice

Ohio farrier extends his career in spite of arthritis by transitioning to trims only
By Kristen Kubisiak posted on November 6, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Trimming
Kirk Underschultz has been a hoof-care professional since 1979 — a testament to his love of the work and devotion to his clients. But it wasn’t long ago that his future as a farrier seemed uncertain. Several years ago, Underschultz started experiencing painful arthritis in his fingers and wrists — the most critical tools of any farrier.
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Reader Commentary: September/October 2017

September 11, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Nutrition
Rebuttal To Horse Owner Column Thank you for running Jessica Linder’s excellent response (“I’m Not A God, I’m Just A Farrier,” americanfarriers.com/blogs) to the Horse Network’s column “Your Farrier Is Not A God.” It was extremely well written, clear and concise.
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Set the Tone with Clients Before They Join Your Practice

Hall Of Fame farrier Dave Farley relies on an interview and correspondence to find the right clients for his multi-farrier practice
By Jeremy McGovern posted on December 5, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices
When you have a good client, you look forward to getting to that barn. They respect your investment in developing skill and knowledge, appreciate your work with their horses and — although it isn’t about the money — they pay on time, without commentary on the price.
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Hoof Care on Parade

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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.

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Life Data Labs

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.
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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.
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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.
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