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Cover Your Assets

Accidents happen without warning, but proper insurance protection that can keep you and your shoeing rig on the road requires planning
By Ron Perszewski posted on November 1, 2007 | Posted in Business Practices
Odds are, you’ll never need to collect on a shoeing rig insurance policy because you’re a good driver who steers clear of accidents, right? Or could you find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time?
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Horseshoers Union Numbers Skyrocket

Merger with other trades boosts numbers from fewer than 100 members to almost 40,000, offering shoers a possible savings on insurance benefits
By Michael Austin posted on March 1, 2004 | Posted in Business Practices

FARRIERS MAY PRIDE themselves on being their own boss and owning their own company, but with the expansion of the International Union of Journeymen Horseshoers of the United States and Canada, now may be the time for shoers to think about joining a union.


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Mike Ehlert

Getting By in the Face of Ruin

It can happen to you. Serious illness or injury can bring financial disaster that rips apart a lifetime of shoeing work. An appropriate insurance package can be the safety net that keeps you from hitting absolute bottom.
By Ron Perszewski posted on November 1, 2003 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare
It was just 2 inches. Stepping onto the boat landing, the heel of Mike Ehlert’s left foot slipped just 2 inches, focusing all of his body weight on the twisting leg.
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The Fit Farrier

Better Safe Than Sorry

By Brian Strelow posted on September 1, 2003 | Posted in Business Practices

MOST FARRIERS spend hours trying to ensure they and their families will be financially secure should something happen to them. They carry insurance and put money away in the bank, just in case.


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Do You Have a Plan?

Developing a business plan helps you forecast, price and stay on track
By Jordanna Smida posted on November 1, 2001 | Posted in Business Practices
One of the most important and fundamental parts of owning your own horseshoeing business is developing and maintaining a business plan.
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Why Liability Insurance Makes Sense

Solid advice to make you think twice about the risk of going uninsured when shoeing
By Jordanna Smida posted on November 1, 2001 | Posted in Business Practices
In a sue-happy society, protecting yourself and your business should be at the forefront of any farriers’ minds. Though there may be a tendency to think liability insurance is not necessary in your shoeing business, you may want to think again.
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Save Money With Insurance

Marry someone with lots of money and employment benefits! Or read on...
By Christy West posted on November 1, 2000 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare
Like a lot of people, I’ve avoided the insurance system whenever possible, usually only dealing with it when I have to renew my auto coverage and shop for the lowest premiums. I know there’s a lot of legislation on the running and taxing of the insurance industry that I just don’t care to untangle.
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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

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.

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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.
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