There never can be too many tools in a farrier’s shoeing box. After all, the immeasurable quantity of variables involved in equine hoof care is staggering. Why limit yourself?
After looking at your online poll “Handling Hoof-Care Clients Who Refuse To Pay” (AmericanFarriers.com/articles/10591), I wanted to offer my own thoughts on handling clients like this. In my experience, getting paid is a process that starts long before the owner decides not to pay their bill.
I enjoy discussing veterinarian-farrier relationships. This subject reminds me of a quote from the legendary Baltimore Sun writer H.L. Mencken: “For every complex problem there is a solution that is clear, simple and wrong.” There’s not an easy answer to the question on improving veterinarian-farrier relationships because we are complex individuals.
The Kentucky Equine Research staff discusses nutrition’s role in rethinking a complete hoof management program to improve poor hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Scott Morrison, farrier and equine veterinarian at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, discusses the importance of investigating all potential causes of poor hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
I enjoy discussing veterinarian-farrier relationships. This subject reminds me of a quote from the legendary Baltimore Sun writer H.L. Mencken: “For every complex problem there is a solution that is clear, simple and wrong.” There’s not an easy answer to the question on improving veterinarian-farrier relationships because we are complex individuals.
Laura Petroski-Rose, veterinarian with Kentucky Equine Research, discusses foot soreness and the role nutrition plays in overcoming this issue. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, a staff veterinary specialist for Uckele Health & Nutrition, discusses the validity of recent nutrition claims. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
Renowned farrier and member of the International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame Dick Harris passed away Oct. 25, 2018, at the age of 90. He helped found the Iowa Professional Farriers Association (IPFA), where he served as president and vice president and on the board of directors.
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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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.