Articles Tagged with ''Veterinary Practice Acts''

How Can Farriers Protect Their Interests?

American Veterinary Medical Association’s proposed elimination of farrier exemption underscores industry’s call to action

By Jeff Cota posted on April 7, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

Farriers belong to an industry with a healthy contribution to the United States economy. The entire equine industry generates about $122 billion in total economic impact, according to the American Horse Council (AHC) Foundation’s 2017 Economic Impact Study of the U.S. Horse Industry, which was released in late February. It’s responsible for 1.74 million jobs and $79 billion in total salaries, wages and benefits.

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AFA Suggests Changes To AVMA’s Proposed Policy

AAPF offers commenting guidance for its members

By Jeff Cota posted on March 12, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

As the deadline looms to submit comments on the American Veterinary Medical Association’s proposal to remove the farriery exemption from the Model Veterinary Practice Act, two of the largest farrier associations issued statements on the issue Monday.

Farriers Question AVMA’s Proposed Elimination Of Exemption

Definition of veterinary medicine is open to interpretation, farriers say

By Jeff Cota posted on March 10, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

A simple strikethrough of Section 6(8) in the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) proposed Model Veterinary Practice Act (MVPA) has raised a multitude of questions in the farrier industry.

Equine Massage Therapists Successfully Challenge Veterinary Practice Acts

Attorney advises farriers to examine laws in the states they practice in

September 11, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices

It’s been an eventful year in the courtroom for veterinary practice acts after veterinary medical boards in Tennessee and Arizona lost bids to shut down five certified animal massage practitioners — including four who specialize in equids.

Farrier Licensing: Just The Facts

What does registration, certification and licensing mean for the horseshoeing industry?

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices

When the subject of licensing comes up, there are a multitude of opinions about what it is, what it means and how it should be handled. Sometimes those ideas are rooted in flawed information.

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January 4, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

A Friend To Everyone In early November, I attended the 38th annual clinic at Danny Ward’s shop (“It All Started Because Someone Wanted To Show Off A Shoeing Truck,” Dec. 2015). Like every year, it was well-attended and featured excellent clinicians.

Online Extras: December 2015 Issue

November 30, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Former Arkansas lawmaker offers advice for those wishing to change the veterinary practice act in their state.
Todd Allen provides further hoof-care insight.
Watch a video about Scott Lampert's Proportional Balance Protocol.
Read responses to the December Hoof-Care Email Q&A that didn't make it into print.
Watch a video of Sonny Pistilli showing a modified tool he uses for marking Nail Holes.
Read an old article of the late farrier Lim Couch's memories of Shoeing for Elvis.
Steve Kraus provides guidance for selecting which nail to use in your work.
Watch a video of equine veterinarian Amy Rucker describing how venograms can guide shoe selection in laminitic horses.

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Veterinary Practice Act Summaries

By Jeff Cota posted on September 16, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices

It’s critical that you know and understand the veterinary practice acts (VPA) in the states in which you perform your farriery work.

Online Extras: September/October 2015 Issue

September 8, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

A summary of veterinary practice acts for each of the U.S. states
A look back at when some of the greatest farriers first contributed to AFJ
A tour of Lee Liles' National Museum of Horse Shoeing Tools
Shoeing products that lacked lasting power
Insight on using casting from farrier Bryan Baire
Tips for optimizing joint comfort in arthritic horses

The first in a series of articles about licensing, standards and ownership of the farriery trade

Are Farriers Losing Control of the Footcare Game?

Some industry leaders believe it’s time to establish hoof-care quality and control standards before someone else does

By Jeff Cota posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Education

Mitch Taylor stands in the glare of the spotlight, holding an equine cadaver limb.

Videos

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.

Events

Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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