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Is Copper a Fad or Innovation?

By Jeff Cota posted on July 29, 2016 | Posted in Shoeing
White line disease and other bacteria-related hoof ailments could wreak absolute havoc on an equine foot. As such, there are a number of products on the market claiming to remedy the problem with various degrees of success.
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How to Make Your Own Copper Shoes

By Jeff Cota posted on July 27, 2016 | Posted in Shoeing
Over the past 6 months, there’s been a lot of discussion within the farrier industry about the benefits of copper in relation to killing bacteria on the equine foot. The concept intrigued Green Bay, Wis., farrier Alan Folkman, who’s had problems with his own horse, Buckshot.
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[VIDEO] I'm Your Farrier

July 14, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Shoeing
As part of the 18th annual National Farriers Week, American Farriers Journal salutes hard-working farriers with the help of Rosevine, Texas, shoer Ralph Hampton, who wrote “I’m Your Farrier,” which is featured in this video.
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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

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.

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Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
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From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
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