This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.
With the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s shoeing rules just days from taking effect, the federal regulating body announced it is changing its stance on the application of traction devices for Thoroughbreds racing on dirt tracks.
After more than a half-century of ill-fated attempts at eliminating horse soring, is the federal government finally closing in on a solution? An answer could be on the horizon.
A new traction device has found its way onto the prohibited list as the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority officially has updated and clarified its shoeing rules.
Conventional wisdom suggests farriers must travel to their hoof-care clients if they want to stay in business. After all, what motivation do clients have to surrender the convenience of their shoer arriving at their barn to perform a valuable service?
Researchers in Japan conducted an experimental trial to examine heel movements for two types of glue-on shoes compared with a conventionally nailed aluminum race plate.
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority confirmed with American Farriers Journal on Thursday, May 12, 2022, that it is delaying the implementation of the federal Thoroughbred racetrack shoeing regulations.
American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.
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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.
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.