In the January/February 2015 issue of American Farriers Journal, farrier Doug Hogue talks about building tools with New Mexico blacksmith Jose Gomez. This video shows their process for forging a fore punch from Atlantic-33 Steel.
It's widely believed among blacksmiths that cold shaping horseshoes is a prescription for a sore elbow. Just don't tell that to International Horseshoeing Hall Of Famer Jim Keith.
Farriers play an essential role in the development of the racing industry, but, according to the association's president, Garfield Reid, not enough young persons are interested in learning the trade.
On June 13-15, the World Championship Blacksmiths held the second phase of their five-phase, year-long blacksmith competition in Eureka, Nev., providing both experienced and novice farriers with the chance to test their skills and learn about different styles of horseshoes.
After 35 years, the dissonant clang of hammers striking metal will fade into deafening silence at the World Championship Blacksmiths' Competition at the Calgary Stampede.
After 35 years, the dissonant clang of hammers striking metal will fade into deafening silence at the World Championship Blacksmiths' Competition at the Calgary Stampede.
After Dennis Manning suggested that “Notes On Shoeing For Horse Owners” should be added to the American Farriers Journal series of historical “Farrier Classics” books, he shared some of the background behind the book.
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.
Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.