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Farriers Ensure Rose Parade Safe for Equestrians

As the 133rd Tournament of Roses Parade stepped off on New Year’s Day, the procession includes 43 floats over 5 ½ miles. Traveling that distance over 4 hours creates slick conditions for the 18 equestrian units, making the jobs of farriers Ada Gates-Patton and Bert Lee critical for the time-honored tradition.
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The Test

Decades later, the appreciation of this early shoeing challenge remains with the farrier
Decades later, the appreciation of this early shoeing challenge remains with the farrier.
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Center of pressure

What is Mediolateral Balance in Farriery?

Scientific research offers insights in the context of everyday hoof care and shoeing
Mediolateral balance is a widely and sometimes misleading term used by equine professionals, in particular farriers and veterinarians. This article aims to clarify terms related to “mediolateral balance” and to give an overview of current research findings regarding trimming and shoeing.
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