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Metallurgy: How Much Do You Need to Know?

While not necessary to shoe horses, a working knowledge of how steel is made and reacts to heat and pressure can make a good career great
By Pat Tearney posted on July 3, 2017 | Posted in Equipment, Forging, Safety & Healthcare, Therapeutic Shoeing
If you’re a horseshoer, you work with metal every day. But how much do you have to really know about metallurgy — the science underlying the working of metal — to be successful? That might depend on how you define success and what kind of farrier you want to be.
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It Came Down To A Half-Point

After winning the World Horseshoeing Classic by a slim margin, Team GB credits team efficiency and attitude for rally
By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 3, 2017 | Posted in Education, Forging, Shoeing
Over a few years, the World Horseshoeing Classic (WHC) has grown from a start-up competition to one of the most well regarded international contests in farriery. Its four-member team, three-discipline approach with a repeating format has helped distinguish it from other events in the states.
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9 For the Ages

Six farriers and three veterinarians were elected to their respective Halls Of Fame at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.
By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education
Nine individuals were honored for outstanding careers in hoof care during the Hall Of Fame induction ceremonies at the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit.
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Nine Honored For Contributions To Hoof Care

Six farriers and three veterinarians earn Hall Of Fame recognition
By Jeremy McGovern posted on January 30, 2017
Nine individuals were honored for outstanding careers in hoof care during Hall Of Fame induction ceremonies at the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit.
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A Common Thread Weaves Through The Summit

By Jeff Cota posted on January 27, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
Although there’s no doubt that attendees gain a wealth of hoof-care education at the International Hoof-Care Summit, it’s remarkable just how familial the annual winter conference in Cincinnati really is. Aside from the warm greetings and camaraderie that took place throughout the week, family was a prevalent theme in conversations, both public and private.
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[Podcast] An Interview with Craig Trnka

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by SmartPak, we talk with former American Farriers Association president, Craig Trnka.
December 21, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Forging
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by SmartPak, we talk with former American Farrier's Association president, Craig Trnka.
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