Thoroughbred Racehorse Fatality Rate Increases Slightly
The rate of fatal injury of Thoroughbred racehorses increased slightly in 2017, according to an analysis of Equine Injury Database (EID) statistics.
The practice of farriery is one firmly based in tradition, yet modern solutions have provided farriers with more options for helping horses. Nailing on a steel shoe made from bar stock remains a helpful option for many hoof-care needs, but so do adhesives, urethane shoes and other contemporary tools.
This week's facts and figures... How Horse Owners Rank The Value Of Farrier Certification. Horse Owners Often Miss Early Signs Of Laminitis. This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
Horsemanship is a difficult subject to tackle in magazine articles or conference presentations. I feel like it is impossible to explain to the uninitiated what horsemanship is in a 30-minute presentation. It would only serve to confuse.
This week's facts and figures... How Did Your 2017 Footcare Business Compare With Your Annual Income In 2016? Using Toe Vs. Side Clips. This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
Farriers work hard year-round to provide quality hoof care for horses worldwide. Although we hope appreciation is shown all year long, each year we set aside a week dedicated to honoring your work. The 20th annual Farriers Week, sponsored by American Farriers Journal, will take place from July 8-14, 2018.
Breast cancer isn't a topic that most people associate with farriery. When disease and farriers are spoken of in the same conversation, it often has to do with equine health. However, Billy Crothers and Myron McLane are using their work as farriers to raise awareness about breast cancer research.
This week's facts and figures... Do You Charge For Barn Calls? How Many Horses Are There In The States? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
Bimeda Inc. recently announced that Archie McNeil, a former sales consultant for the company, has been appointed as an equine sales representative. Under this title, McNeil will be working full-time to serve the northeastern area of the United States.
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.
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.
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.