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Online Extras: Career Guide 2015

September 21, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

  • A summary of veterinary practice acts for each of the U.S. states
  • A look back at when some of the greatest farriers first contributed to AFJ
  • A tour of Lee Liles' National Museum of Horse Shoeing Tools

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Advice From Rising Shoeing Star Winners

By Amy Johnson posted on August 1, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

The transition from a horseshoeing school student to a full-time farrier can be rough, even for those who graduate at the top of their class. New graduates and those just starting their farrier business understand the challenges you’ll face, regardless of education and skill.


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Bright Future For Rising Shoeing Stars

Three farriers were recognized for making outstanding progress with their footcare work in their first 3 years out of shoeing school
By Amy Johnson posted on March 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
Five years ago, American Farriers Journal joined several industry suppliers to create the Rising Shoeing Star award to be given out each year at the International Hoof-Care Summit. This award is presented to three farriers who have made incredible professional progress within 3 years of graduating from horseshoeing school.
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Three Farriers Recognized As Future Footcare Leaders

A trio of horseshoers who have developed excellent footcare businesses 3 years after graduating from horseshoeing school were honored at the 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit
By Frank Lessiter posted on March 1, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices
Three young horseshoers were recognized for outstanding career progress in the equine footcare field during the 10th International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio. These individuals were named as Rising Shoeing Stars in a program that promotes the importance of further footcare education while encouraging young shoers to succeed in their careers.
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Up-and-Coming Farriers

Honoring the newest Rising Shoeing Stars at the 2012 International Hoof-Care Summit
By Michelle Drewek posted on March 1, 2012 | Posted in Education
In 2009, the Rising Shoeing Star program awarded its first three novice farriers for their post-graduation endeavors.
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Shoeing for a Living

Out of the Gate Running

In only a few years, Wisconsin farrier Joe Nygren has established a thriving practice by improving his skills and paying attention to the details
By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 1, 2011 | Posted in Shoeing
You've likely heard someone say, "Things haven't worked out like I had planned." Usually this statement is followed with a sigh, as the person laments his or her poor choices or fortune in some aspect of life.
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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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