Articles Tagged with ''balance''

Driving Hammer Test Drives

There's no shortage of choices in this tool, but what should the beginner look for?

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2006 | Posted in Equipment

Farriers are known to be particular about their tools — none more so that the driving hammer – which comes into play every time a shoe is nailed onto the hoof.

Shoeing for a Living

Farriery Farm Aid

Nebraska's Gregg Kremer started shoeing to try and save the family homestead

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2006 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

A few years back, Gregg Kremer was right in the middle of an unfortunate continuing economic story — and he wasn't enjoying it much.

Summit Reaches New Heights

By Pat Tearney posted on March 1, 2006 | Posted in Education

The menu of new scientific theory, fresh looks at traditional ideas and concepts, footcare case histories, challenging speakers, opportunities for networking and ample time for visiting a well-stocked trade show proved to be very much to the taste of more than 800 farriers, equine veterinarians and other hoof-care professionals who attended the third annual International Hoof-Care Summit, in Cincinnati, Ohio, from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3.

Baby Steps

Don’t think because they’re young they don’t need attention: These farriers and equine vets say the early days are the most important when it comes to foot health

May 1, 2005 | Posted in Trimming

Believe it or not, there are some people in this world who think that a horse's foot health doesn't need attention until it needs shoes. Whatever your philosophy on the subject, these three footcare professionals would beg to differ.

Common Hoof Beliefs — Uncommon Measurements

Digital imaging and measuring software present a challenge to six farriery adages

By John Craig posted on May 1, 2005

Humans seem to be drawn toward simplifying rules of thumb in all aspects of life. In farriery, such rules of thumb tell us that certain aspects of the hoof should be "balanced 50-50" or "align in a straight line" or "should be parallel." Whether or not there are careful measurements to back up such statements, such assertions have a certain allure and "sound right" to many people. After a while, such beliefs become second nature to many practitioners.

Balance, Symmetry Lead To Better Movement

Florida farrier finds solid, basic approach works best

By Summer Best posted on March 1, 2005 | Posted in Shoeing, Trimming

Dale Lee twiddles with the lead rope attached to the halter on his wife’s barrel horse. "This horse started real well," Lee explains. "In his first rodeo, he was fourth out of 40, so he definitely shows a lot of promise."

The Rider's Balance Vs. The Horse's Balance

How To Avoid Navicular Syndrome

By Bob Peacock posted on December 1, 2004 | Posted in Education, Lamenesses

Editor’s Note: Bob Peacock, a master farrier from Hamilton, Ohio, believes that many cases of navicular syndrome have as much to do with the rider as they do with the horse.

It's The Whole Package That Counts

By combining the results of numerous research studies, you'll end up with hoof-care packages that are much more valuable than just the sum of the parts alone

By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2004 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Gather together 75 of the world's leading experts on equine locomotion and biomechanics and you're bound to come up with many new and interesting theories on footcare.

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Hoof Growth And Stimulation

Proper balance plays a key role in developing strong, healthy hooves

By Gordon C. Haight posted on April 1, 2004 | Posted in Shoeing, Trimming

HOOF GROWTH IS directly related to stimulation of the blood supply through concussion and movement.

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Hoof Gauges From All the Angles

When it comes to these devices, there’s little middle ground

By Pat Tearney posted on April 1, 2004 | Posted in Forging, Trimming

HOOF GAUGES ARE a little bit like seat belts.

Videos

Hoof Care on Parade

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.

Events

Oklahoma Farriers Association Memorial Clinic & Contest

Date: 02/20/25

Location: El Reno, OK

The Oklahoma Farriers Association is hosting its annual clinic and contest on February 20-22, 2025.

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