Articles Tagged with ''backyard horses''

Putting Service in Customer Service

East Texas farrier thrives by embracing marketing and good business practices

By Jeff Cota posted on July 3, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses

At his core, Ralph Hampton is a farrier. Not like Jack is in construction or Jill is an administrator. The Rosevine, Texas, shoer is a throwback to the days when a farrier fulfilled an important role in a small rural town. “This is not something you do for a living,” he says. “This is something you do for life.”

Friday's Farrier Facts & Figures

Backyard Horse Footcare | Annual Client Spending

June 9, 2017

This week's facts and figures... What Amount Of Hoof-Care Work Involves Backyard Horses? How Many Dollars Does The Typical Hoof-Care Client Spend Per Year? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.

Free eGuide

Answers to Common Backyard Horse Owner Questions

| Posted in Clients, Education

American Farriers Journal’s 14-page eGuide details how you can educate and improve your backyard horse practice, and it’s FREE!

What to Expect from Backyard Horse Clients

By Chris Gregory posted on July 25, 2016 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education

When a farrier embarks on this remarkable career, it’s common that he or she will shoe horses commonly referred to as backyard horses. In fact, according to the latest American Farriers Journal Business Practices Survey, 92% of United States farriers work with backyard horses.

2016 International Hoof-Care Summit

40 Ideas in 40 Minutes: Build a Better Practice with Backyard Horses

June 30, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

More than 90% of American Farriers Journal readers report that they have backyard accounts. While performance horses draw much attention, the backyard horse is the backbone of the industry. We assembled a panel of farriers whose books contain a significant percentage of backyard horses. Mark Aikens of Norwich, England; Pete Healey of San Los Obispo, Calif.; and Dean Moshier of Delaware, Ohio, present their ideas covering the footcare and business of backyard horses. This fast-paced session allows each presenter 1 minute for each idea, so the presenters can cover as many ideas as possible in the time allowed.

40 Ideas To Build A Better Business

Three farriers share tips to help you improve your backyard horse practice

April 4, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds

Backyard horses are a staple of the farrier industry. In fact, according to the latest American Farriers Journal Business Practices Survey, 92% of U.S. farriers work with backyard horses.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

I’m concerned about the impact grazing with my three backyard horses can have on hoof quality and possible laminitis.

August 15, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Nutrition

Dallas Goble identifies key items to watch for when grazing horses on pasture.

Career Guide Know How

The Pros And Cons Of Backyard Horses

By Chris Gregory posted on August 1, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds

When a farrier embarks on this remarkable career, it’s common that he or she will shoe backyard horses.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Backyard Horses And Working Conditions

June 23, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Shoeing

Canton, Ohio, farrier Richard Armentrout mostly works on backyard horses, and discusses challenges that come with shoeing them. He also touches on how he makes due in less than ideal working conditions.

Q&A: Disciplines/Breeds

September 6, 2013 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education

What type of horses/disciplines are you most interested in learning about in American Farriers Journal?

Videos

Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

In this episode, Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Renchin, recalls Red’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.

Events

Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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