Articles Tagged with ''Dick Becker''

News & Notes

Michigan Horseshoers Association Calls for Entries to its Clinic and Contest

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 23, 2021 | Posted in Education, Forging, Shoeing, Trimming

One of the oldest state horseshoeing organizations is gearing up to kickoff 2022 with its 51st annual clinic and contest.

Lapeer, Mich. farrier Dick Becker at anvil

Farrier Tip

The Basics are King for Hall of Fame Farrier

By Jeremy McGovern posted on October 8, 2021 | Posted in Education, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Trimming

After nearly 50 years of shoeing horses, the basics remain critical in Dick Becker’s hoof-care work.

Farrier Tips

Don’t be Reluctant to Raise Your Prices

By Richard Becker posted on May 17, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

It’s important to remember that farriery is a business, so you need to be business-minded. I see a lot of farriers who are reluctant to raise their prices.

[Podcast] An Interview with Dick Becker

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Vettec, we welcome Dick Becker of Lapeer, Mich., to share the many important lessons he's learned during his years of shoeing.

April 12, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Forging

Getting A Handle On Hammers

Selecting, maintaining and using one of the most important tools in your box

By Jeff Cota posted on November 7, 2016 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Forging

What do a hammer handle and a wooden spoke from an Amish buggy have in common? For Hall Of Fame farrier Roy Bloom, both represent quality and durability.

South American Trip Gives Iowa Farrier a Chance to Teach, Learn

Jeff Ridley’s trip to Brazil is an eye-opening experience

By Jeff Ridley posted on March 1, 2007 | Posted in Clients

Recently I had the opportunity to make a trip to the Southern Hemisphere and do a clinic for a group of farriers from Brazil. What an experience that clinic turned out to be.

Horse Owners Welcome

"Horseman's Day" helps bring record-breaking crowd to AFA convention in Chattanooga

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2005 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds

Dedicating a portion of the American Farrier’s Association convention to horse owners was apparently a good move, as record-breaking numbers attended the event in Chattanooga, Tenn., during late February.

7 Tips For Using Propane Forges

A few hints for using this handy farrier tool that has all but replaced coal and coke

By Danny Ward posted on December 1, 2002 | Posted in Forging

THE COAL FORGE is slowly disappearing from horseshoeing as the propane forge has gained popularity.

Heard 'Round The Anvil

Check out these 30 shoeing tips and tricks picked up from farriers and equine veterinarians at clinics and conferences

December 1, 2002 | Posted in Business Practices

1. To forge a bar in an aluminum bar shoe, start with a keg shoe that’s two sizes larger than what you need.

Horse Sense In The Horse Capital Of The World

Equine hoof, leg anatomy get a long look at Lexington AFA convention

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2002 | Posted in Anatomy

They may not have spent much time at the horse farms that give Lexington, Ky., its nickname as the Horse Capital Of The World, but attendees at the 31st annual American Farrier’s Association (AFA) convention in early March had plenty of opportunities to improve their abilities to help the animals.

Videos

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary

American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

Events

Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners (PHCP) will Host Beginning Clinic

Date: 11/09/24

Location:

Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners (PHCP) will Host Beginning Clinic in Bristol, Tenn. The clinician is Lorie Fleenor.

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