Articles Tagged with ''teamwork''

Experiences Help Veterans Rise to the Top

Military attributes provide a framework for success in farriery

By Drew Morales posted on July 3, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

About half of 1%. According to the Department of Defense, that’s approximately the number of Americans who served in the military over the previous decade. However, anecdotally, it appears to me that the percentage is much higher among farriers.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Introducing Multi-Farrier Practice Teamwork To New Clients

September 11, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

Wellington, Fla., farrier James Gilchrist talks about how he introduces the team dynamic of a multi-farrier practice to new clients.

From the Desk of AFJ

When Silence Can Benefit the Hoof-Care Team

By Jeremy McGovern posted on February 7, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices

At last week's International Hoof-Care Summit, we sat down with Welsh farrier Haydn Price. It is hard to pinpoint a single segment from this conversation that stands out as important information or keen insight. Rather, when you speak with someone like Price who possesses this depth of knowledge, the entire time spent in conversation is more like a personal classroom.

From the Desk of AFJ

Working Alone Vs. As Part of a Team

They can both be effective — so long as you stay focused on what’s best for the horse

By Pat Tearney posted on December 20, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Shoeing

They can both be effective — so long as you stay focused on what's best for the horse.

Tackling Laminitis, Sinker Issues with Heart Bars

Teamwork between the farrier, veterinarian and owner helped this horse survive and return to work after a 5-month ordeal

By Courtney Diehl, Cricket McLaren, and Wendy Parker posted on July 1, 2013 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Ghost, a gray Quarter Horse, was born in 1993 on the plains of Wyoming. Purchased by the Parker family in 1998 as a potential barrel horse, he was initially spooky and headstrong.

Not a Textbook Case

After 4 and a half years, a club foot has delivered lessons in maintaining solid basics, utilizing consultations, relying on teamwork and employing creative approaches to hoof care.

By Jeremy McGovern posted on September 1, 2012 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

In early 2008, Clinton Corners, N.Y., farrier Taylor Keenan was starting to develop a reputation in the Hudson Valley as a go-to farrier. At that time, he successfully treated a recurring quarter crack. The owner, thrilled with the outcome, recommended Keenan to a related account.

Shoeing for a Living

A Lone Star Shoeing Storm

Five Texas farriers demonstrate how teamwork, camaraderie and efficiency pay off in their hoof-care work

By Pat Tearney posted on July 1, 2006 | Posted in Shoeing

The day is already warming up as Bill Poor and Nick Hannan leave a Denny's restaurant just a few miles from the George H.W. Bush International Airport in Houston, Texas, where they've stopped for breakfast and get ready to head out to start their day shoeing horses.

Frankly Speaking

Maybe It's Time To Give Hoof-Care Teamwork Its Due

By Pat Tearney posted on July 1, 2006 | Posted in Business Practices

Traditionally, horseshoeing is thought of as a solitary calling. The stereotype of the crusty farrier who arrives in his truck, quickly and efficiently shoes the horse and leaves with little more than a muttered "Hello" and "Goodbye" - is one that persists in the minds of many people.

Consult with Vets, Boost Your Shoeing Income!

Working closely with equine vets can result in an average increase of $16,621 in annual shoeing income

By Frank Lessiter posted on December 1, 2002 | Posted in Business Practices

While many shoers indicate their relationship with equine vets is fine, nearly everyone agrees that working together on shoeing problems depends on how willing each person is to listening to other ideas and opinions.

Make More, Keep More!

Whether you work alone or operate a multi-farrier business, you can do it by following a number of key factors

By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2002 | Posted in Business Practices

Operating a multi-farrier business with four full-time salaried farriers, Tom Parris makes it work by providing excellent service, year-round hoof care for 700 horses, being extremely efficient and computerizing the business while keeping a close eye on expenses.

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

The Shoein' Shop 25th Annual Open House & Clinic

Date: 01/11/25

Location: Yucaipa, CA

The Shoein' Shop in Yucaipa, Calif., will host its 25th annual open house and clinic on Jan. 11, 2025.

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