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The Hoof-Care Bottom Line

Five Stages of Farrier Development

Each step on the ladder of a hoof-care career comes with its own set of characteristics and challenges
By Esco Buff posted on July 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
While farriery is an age-old and attractive profession, relatively little attention has been devoted to the professional development of farriers. Planning for professional growth is an important part of our personal and professional responsibility.
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Farewell to a Friend

Buster Conklin Leaves Cornell University After 15 Years
By Jill King posted on July 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
As I look back over the years I have been at Cornell University’s New York State College of Veterinary Medicine, I remember many faces that have left impressions in my mind. However, none has impressed me more and gained my respect like Marshall Conklin, Horseshoer.
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Why Giving Back is So Important

July 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices
When Doug Stanley accepted the 2011 Summit Achievement Award at last winter’s 8th annual International Hoof-Care Summit, he challenged farriers and equine veterinarians in the audience to do more in volunteering their talents to the equine community.
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Farriers' Roundtable

What is the best way to handle a situation where a new farrier in the area is undercutting everyone’s prices for shoeing and trimming?
July 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices
What is the best way to handle a situation where a new farrier in the area is undercutting everyone’s prices for shoeing and trimming?
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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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Life Data Labs

Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
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Kawell USA

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.
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SmartPak

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.
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