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Convert Baby PJs Into A Horse Tail Tie

July 30, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy
It's fly season and rather than taking an equine fly swatter to the face while you're shoeing, I have a quick and solution just by converting footed baby pajamas into a horse tail tie.
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How to Convince Clients that their Rehab Role is Vital

Tips to get owners to stick to the plan while their horse is recovering from injury
By Heather Smith Thomas posted on July 3, 2015 | Posted in Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses

The farrier, often with the help of a veterinarian, has treated a hoof problem and now it’s up to the horse owner to follow instructions for care during the rehabilitation. Sometimes it can be challenging to persuade the owner to be an active member of the team.


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Top Farriers Share Their Very Best Ideas

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 7, 2014 | Posted in Education

The AFJ editors asked 19 Hall Of Famers to reveal one piece of advice that they would want to share with other farriers. Calling on their many years of experience as hoof-care professionals, this was no easy task as each of these farriers could share valuable ideas that could fill hundreds of pages in a book.


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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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