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Farrier Income Continues Gradual Gain

Data gleaned from the latest American Farriers Journal Farrier Business Practices survey indicates the hoof-care industry is holding its own and is apparently doing better than other areas of the equine market
By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices
Despite a slower than anticipated recovery in the overall equine community, farriers appear to be doing considerably better than 2 years ago with average incomes increasing by 12% for full-time farriers and by an astounding 50% for part-time farriers.
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Spacious Truck Provides Convenience, Inventory And A Comfortable Ride

The necessary equipment and supplies to shoe Saddlebreds are readily available when this big rig hits the road
By Frank Lessiter posted on September 1, 2014 | Posted in Equipment
Shoeing Saddlebreds, Bill Hill requires a truck where he can inventory a huge number of products, wants a weather-protected area for working on these complicated pad and shoe packages without having to pack up his tools between stops and needs a warm, dry place to work in the Midwest’s ever-changing weather.
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Tackling Hoof Cracks

A half-dozen American Farriers Journal Editorial Advisory Board members share their many years of experience in dealing with hoof cracks
By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2014 | Posted in Anatomy
Hoof cracks can occur anywhere on the hoof wall and are caused by improper mechanics, environmental extremes or pathology concerns that lead to hoof deformities that result in failure. Named for where they appear on the hoof wall, they include quarter cracks, heel cracks, bar cracks and toe cracks.
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End Of An Era At Calgary

Here’s a look back at the world’s top farrier competition that just wound up a 35-year run
By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2014 | Posted in Forging
It was a shock when the Calgary Stampede announced in mid-January that this year’s World Championship Blacksmiths’ Competition would be the last such event.
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Annual Farriers Spotlight Returns

We’re looking for more pictures and stories of our favorite hard workers for the 16th annual National Farriers Week
By Michelle Drewek posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
Farriers work hard year-round to provide quality hoof care for horses worldwide. Although we hope appreciation is shown all year long, each year we set aside a week dedicated to honoring your work. The 16th annual National Farriers Week, sponsored by American Farriers Journal, will take place from July 6-12, 2014.
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Know The Rules Before The Internal Revenue Service Knocks On Your Door

If you rent a shoeing rig to other farriers, are they employees, subcontractors or independent contractors?
By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
The following is a scenario being used by a full-time farrier. His name, town and state are not being provided in order to keep an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agent from knocking on his door in regard to this unusual hoof-care business arrangement.
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New Concerns Occur With Pasture-Induced Laminitis

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Diseases
As the grass starts to grow and turn green this spring, many of your footcare clients will be concerned about potential laminitis problems. While it's a legitimate concern, some data I've come across recently from Rutgers University researchers indicates there may be other laminitis issues than just lush grass.
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Supplements are One Piece of the Quality Hoof Puzzle

Seven out of 10 horses do not get a full serving of a fortified grain or complete feed, which may mean inadequate levels of key vitamins and minerals needed for hoof health
By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2014 | Posted in Nutrition
When recommending hoof supplements to clients, Jessica Normand says it's critical for farriers to stress the proper expectations for these products. The then SmartPak staffer told attendees at a How-To Clinic during the 2014 International Hoof-Care Summit that horse owners have to recognize that healthy hooves require regular, professional maintenance along with plenty of exercise and activity.
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The Smart Way to Feed Horses – Part 2 webinar fulfills the advanced nutrition requirement for PHCP students. You do not need to be a PHCP member to sign up. This two-part webinar series introduces equine nutrition in practical terms and complements Dr. Eleanor Kellon’s NRC Plus course.
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