In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier shares insights into Renchin’s business practices, how he managed conflicting hoof-care ideologies and Burney Chapman’s reintroduction of the heart-bar shoe.
In part 4 of our Remembering Red Renchin series, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Red Renchin and went on to enjoy a 38-year career in hoof care.
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier recalls Renchin’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.
In part 5 of our Remembering Red Renchin series, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Red Renchin and went on to enjoy a 38-year career in hoof care.
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier discusses the importance of advocating for yourself with clients, then turns the tables on Jeff Cota, editor of American Farriers Journal, by taking over the interview.
In part 6 of our Remembering Red Renchin series, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Red Renchin and went on to enjoy a 38-year career in hoof care.
Last week, American Farriers Journal (AFJ) Editor Jeff Cota and I were recapping the great memories flowing in on the history of AFJ. After asking me of my observations, Jeff invited me to contribute an “essay” of my own. I was glad to oblige.
After equestrian Laura Kraut made history as the oldest U.S. Olympic medalist in 72 years, editor Frank Lessiter recalls first meeting Kraut at the 1992 U.S. Olympic trials, Hall of Fame farrier Seamus Brady and the importance of charging clients what you're worth.
Each November and December, Red Renchin’s footcare clients always asked how much he was going to increase trimming and shoeing prices at the start of the new year. They knew the farrier from Mequon, Wis., would be bumping up his prices anywhere from 3%-6%.
Each November and December, Red Renchin’s footcare clients always asked how much he was going to increase trimming and shoeing prices at the start of the new year. They knew the farrier from Mequon, Wis., would be bumping up his prices anywhere from 3%-6%.
In this FREE 50-page guide, “Strategies for Keeping Hunters and Jumpers Working,” the American Farriers Journal pinpoints valuable, time-tested practices to help you improve your work with horses specializing in hunter and jumper competitions.
AAPF/IAPF Announces Frank Gravlee Scholarship
The American and International Associations of Professional Farriers (AAPF/IAPF) announced a scholarship for two veterinary students or recent graduates to attend the 2018 International Hoof-Care Summit.
A record number of equine footcare professionals took part in the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit to hear, “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought.”
Attendees of this winter’s Summit were treated to a wealth of information from some of the most knowledgeable hoof-care experts in the world. Over 4 days in late January, they had the opportunity to take part in:
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.
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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.