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Briefings

November 1, 2009 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients
Tom Curl told attendees at last winter's 6th annual International Hoof-Care Summit that farriers must develop special skills to effectively use heart bar shoes. The Vero Beach, Fla., farrier says this means learning to place the right amount of pressure on the bar and where to set the bar so it's not setting too far forward on the frog.
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Improving your Farrier Practice

If you want to grow your business, you better be prepared to invest in your education, develop strong customer skills and be ready for self-evaluation
By Jeremy McGovern posted on November 1, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients
If you want to grow your business, you better be prepared to invest in your education, develop strong customer skills and be ready for self-evaluation.
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Laying Out Your Ground Rules

A respective responsibilites list sets guidelines
By Esco Buff posted on September 1, 2009 | Posted in Clients
A Respective Responsibilities List documents the general operating procedures for your farrier business, as well as your responsibilities to your client and their horses.
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[Video] Mormon Hobbles

August 31, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Equipment
Texas shoer Doyle Blagg shows a set of Mormon Hobbles forged by Dennis Manning of Roosevelt, Utah. These hobbles were used by Mormon travellers on their way to Utah to prevent their horses from being stolen.
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Building Healthy Relationships With Clients and Equine Professionals

Trainers see your clients’ horses every day — tap into that expertise.
August 1, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients
Farriers have a tendency to live and work in a cave. The "going-it-alone" mentality may cause you to forget the clients, other farriers, veterinarians and trainers that make up your business or help it run smoothly. Not only should you make it a point to strengthen these critical relationships, you should make it a top priority.
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Insect Control for Horse and Farrier Protection

With fly season on the way, now is the time to brush up on advice you can share with your clients on how to battle these pests
By Heather Smith Thomas posted on March 1, 2009 | Posted in Clients, Safety & Healthcare
Biting flies and other insects can be a tremendous irritation to horses and humans alike, especially for someone trying to handle or shoe a horse that is more concerned about ridding himself of these pests than standing still or allowing his foot to be held.
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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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