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Client Interest in Non-Metal Horseshoes Fuels A Growth In Their Use

Less weight, more flexibility and easing concussion are seen as pluses for these alternatives to steel and aluminum
By Red Renchin posted on September 1, 2013 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing
Contrary to popular belief, the concept of non-metal horseshoes is not a recent phenomenon. Some of the first horsemen used sandals made of rice straw or leather to protect their horse's feet. Metal shoes solved obvious durability problems these earlier versions had, but also created the issue of concussion, particularly on hard surfaces.
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Getting Started With Foal Extensions

Before you start applying these useful products, be sure you understand the condition you’re trying to address
By Red Renchin posted on July 1, 2013 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses
Horse breeders are some of the most daring gamblers in the world. The enterprise is full of risks, from getting the mare in foal, keeping her in foal to term and finally delivering a live foal that is correct and strong.
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Walking The Fine Line On Foals

Dealing with young horses presents another example of the importance of using your mind, developing your eye
By Pat Tearney posted on June 21, 2013 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Dealing with young horses presents another example of the importance of using your mind, developing your eye.


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Passing The Club Foot Exam

Not all club feet are the same, so understanding grading systems can help you better determine how best to help a particular foal with this all-too-common problem
By Red Renchin posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Nutrition
I was curious to see if club feet in horses was a topic of interest to the horse-owning public. I Googled it and came up with over 42,000 hits.
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Staying Current Along The Mississippi

Louisiana shoer Jimmy Gore flourishes by maintaining high standards and adapting to a changing horse-and-owner population
By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Forging, Shoeing
It's not hot on the bayou on this late February morning near Baton Rouge, La. Spring is running a little late this year, as it is for much of the country.
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The Basics of Drilling and Tapping

When horses need extra traction to perform, clients expect a farrier to be able to quickly and efficiently prepare horseshoes for studs
By Red Renchin posted on April 1, 2013 | Posted in Equipment, Shoeing
A sport horse that jumps in competition presents an interesting mixture of courage and fear. It must be brave enough to go to the fence and jump it, but be fearful enough of hurting itself that it will make sufficient effort not to knock anything down.
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Better Practices for Springtime Hoof Care

March 27, 2013 | Posted in Education, Shoeing
Seasonal changes can present challenges for farriers. For farriers who transition to wet springs from cold winters, there are plenty of things to consider in delivering quality hoof care. In this webinar, veteran farrier Red Renchin delivers advice on tackling problems associated with the season.
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The Peak Of The Summit

Footcare pros share some of the moments from the 10th annual International Hoof-Care Summit that left them saying “WOW!”
By Red Renchin posted on March 1, 2013 | Posted in Education
In the movie Forest Gump, the title character tells a reporter that his mother used to say, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you are going to get.”
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