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Venograms Gaining Ground With Some Veterinarians

Potential seen for increased role in laminitis treatment, prevention and research

By Pat Tearney posted on January 1, 2010 | Posted in Equipment

Venograms aren’t the most commonly used type of imaging in hoof care, but there are veterinarians who would like to see them used more often.

A Swedish Shoeing Rig Solution

Unable to buy a shoeing rig in Sweden, Jacov Bashi took it upon himself to convert a truck for his practice

By Jeremy McGovern posted on January 1, 2010 | Posted in Equipment

If you ask Jacov Bashi, he'll tell you he’s a bit jealous of American farriers. Based in Oskarshamn, Sweden (about 200 miles south of Stockholm), he lacks the access to farrier suppliers and manufacturers that are readily available for many shoers in the U.S. This is most apparent for him when it comes to buying a shoeing rig.

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[Video] Knowing A New Product's Worth

December 18, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment

Burleson, Texas, horseshoer Pat Burton explains how he can tell if a hoof-care product will have staying power.

Booting Up Footcare Options: Boot Type

How do you decide what type or model of boot to use for different situations?

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

Here are the thoughts of several farriers regarding what type of boot they use in various situations.

Booting Up Footcare Options: Inserts and Shells

Have you used boot inserts or any of the glue-on shells offered with some boots?

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

Farriers share their experiences with using inserts or shells when applying hoof boots

Booting Up Footcare Options: To Boot or Not to Boot?

Have you seen instances where boots may do more harm than good when compared to using shoes?

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

Sometimes hoof boots may not be the best option. Here are some thoughts on this subject.

Booting Up Footcare Options: Boot Selection

What are the keys to selecting the right boot to fit a particular hoof?

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

What is the perfect fit for a hoof and boot? Farriers share their thoughts.

Booting Up Footcare Options: Inventory

As a farrier, where do you buy boots and how do you effectively manage your inventory of boots? Or do your customers provide the boots?

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

If you need hoof boots, where do you buy them? There are many options from suppliers to local tack shops to online.

Booting Up Footcare Options: Miscellaneous Commentary

Miscellaneous comments from hoof-care professionals regarding the use of hoof boots.

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

Farriers deliver some tips they've learned by using hoof boots with shelly hooves or endurance horses.

Q&A: Booting Up Footcare Options

December 3, 2009 | Posted in Equipment

This article lists dozens of answers about hoof boots, ranging from when to use them, where to buy boots and potential problems in their deployment.

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