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When the Government Investigates You

By Jeremy McGovern posted on June 19, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices
As a farrier, you don't have to like Blake Primm. You don't have to like how he and other Tennessee Walker farriers shoe their clients' horses with padded packages. But if you are a horseshoer, you should be concerned about how the government investigated hoof-care practices in his case.
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Free At Last!

Turning a low-cost horse trailer into a shoeing rig lets this farrier use his truck for many other purposes
By Frank Lessiter posted on June 11, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices
Several years ago, Dave Ferguson decided he no longer wanted to dedicate an expensive pickup truck 100% to shoeing work. As a result, the Cambridge, Md., shoer switched to a shoeing trailer that he could unhook when he wanted to use the truck for other purposes.
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Court Dismisses Lawsuit After Farrier Dies While Shoeing A Horse

May 14, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Safety & Healthcare
Source: Lexology
A California farrier with 45 years of experience was hired to trim a horse’s hooves. While working in an outdoor corral, the horse knocked him down and his head hit a rock. He died from his injuries and his estate sued the horse owner, who also owned the property. The trial court dismissed the case and the California Court of Appeals agreed.
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Giving Your Opinion for a Pre-Purchase Exam

It is important to reserve your opinions on a horse specifically related to its footcare
By Audrey Pavia posted on May 8, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients
Before purchasing a horse, it is common for buyers to contact a veterinarian for advice on the animal prior to the sale. Wise buyers also will seek the expertise of a farrier during the evaluation. After all, farriers are the ultimate experts on the hooves and these days it is increasingly important for owners to understand the hoof health in relation to the rest of the horse.
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Finding Success In Simplicity

Organization, tough choices and hard work help Missouri farrier to excel
By Jeff Cota posted on May 8, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Equipment, Forging, Shoeing, Trimming
Keep it simple. It’s a popular adage, particularly among farriers. Ironically enough, keeping it simple isn’t really simple at all. Simplicity is the result of organization, tough choices and hard work. Yet, once it’s achieved, the rewards are plentiful.
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Do You Have a Plan?

By Jeff Cota posted on May 7, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Safety & Healthcare
A video is making the rounds on social media and getting a fair amount of attention in the equine community. Yet, it’s deserving of greater consideration among farriers. Although it’s not an easy video to watch, it’s a must-see for those who work around horses day-in and day-out.
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