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The Intricacies and Dangers of Puncture Wounds

It may be difficult to wait, but it’s often best not to pull that nail or thorn until you have consulted with a veterinarian
By John Bradshaw posted on January 1, 2010 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing
Whether to pull out that nail or other object found stuck in a horse's foot is a dilemma all horseshoers face occasionally. The wise and recommended move is to leave it until an X-ray can show how deep it goes and exactly what it punctures.
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Bob Smith

Nominate a Farrier or Vet for Giving Back

July 1, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices

Do you know a farrier or equine veterinarian who volunteers his or her time and effort to perform much-needed hoof-care work for an equine group or individuals without charge? Or maybe it’s someone who provides free footcare clinics or works closely with local Pony Club members or 4-H Club youngsters.


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Management of Long Toe, Low Heel in Hunters and Jumpers

This common foot problem presents a real challenge for farriers
By Red Renchin posted on July 1, 2009 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Therapeutic Shoeing
There are very few advantages to having had a lot of birthdays and some gray in your hair, but the big benefit is having a lot of experience and a personal sense of history. In the 40 years I have been shoeing hunters and jumpers, I have witnessed a lot of changes. The biggest is the shift from using ex-racing Thoroughbreds to European warmbloods as the primary breeds.
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Useful Technologies for Therapeutic Situations

Anatomical knowledge and teamwork are vital, but knowing how to use these product types is important as well
By Pat Tearney posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Just about any equine veterinarian who specializes in hoof care or farriers who do a lot of therapeutic shoeing will tell you the thing they most rely on to do their work isn’t found in a toolbox, mounted on a shoeing rig or installed in a workshop or veterinary clinic.


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Briefings

September 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

Several states have already passed new racing regulations — with others soon to follow — that will prohibit the use of horseshoes with toe grabs that are over 2 millimeters in height on the front feet. In mid-June, The Jockey Club’s Thoroughbred safety committee...


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Don Walsh

Managing the Laminitic Horse

Practical and medical tips from a Florida laminitis conference
By Christy West posted on March 1, 2008 | Posted in Lamenesses
Treating laminitis isn’t just about the feet, says Don Walsh, an equine veterinarian of Homestead Equine Hospital in Missouri and founder of the Animal Health Foundation.
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Scott Morrison

Great Summit Prizes to Last a Lifetime

December 1, 2007 | Posted in Education

All attendees at the upcoming International Hoof-Care Summit will go home winners, thanks to the useful, practical knowledge they will take home to improve their businesses and their profits.


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Briefings

September 1, 2007 | Posted in Education

Veteran University of California-Davis equine veterinarian Jack Snyder has several valuable recommendations for maintaining sound feet in sport horses:


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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

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Farriery requires knowledge and skills to provide proper equine hoof care. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY, American Farriers Journal visits Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. In this edition, Chris Gregory discussed his journey to becoming an educator, his focus in teaching farrier students and the state of farrier education.

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