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Retired Caisson Horses Find New Homes With Veterans

August 9, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Diseases, Lamenesses

Source: American Farriers Journal

After a 5-month search, the United States Army has found new homes for two of its most recent retirees.

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Hall Family Keeps Philadelphia’s Police Horses Going

Farrier Dennis Hall discusses the footcare of Philadelphia’s police horses during the Democratic National Convention

By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 27, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Farrier Dennis Hall discusses the footcare of Philadelphia’s police horses during the Democratic National Convention.

What to Expect from Backyard Horse Clients

By Chris Gregory posted on July 25, 2016 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education

When a farrier embarks on this remarkable career, it’s common that he or she will shoe horses commonly referred to as backyard horses. In fact, according to the latest American Farriers Journal Business Practices Survey, 92% of United States farriers work with backyard horses.

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USDA Proposes Rules Changes In Bid To End Soring

By Jeff Cota posted on July 25, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Equipment, Shoeing

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday announced proposed changes that are intended to eliminate soring.

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Farrier Trade Remains An Old-School Art

July 18, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

Source: Calgary Herald

Heidi Mello can’t recall the number of times she’s been horse-kicked over the course of her career. But the FEI-sanctioned farrier says she’s learned which ones to treat with caution.

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Congressman Violated Ethics Rules In Bid To Ban Soring

July 16, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Source: Courier-Journal

The House Ethics Committee has found that U.S. Rep. Ed Whitfield violated House rules when he didn't prevent contact between his staff and his wife, a lobbyist for an animal rights organization. The committee found that Constance Harriman-Whitfield gained "special privileges" because of her access to the staff.

Shoptalk: Portor Green Inducted Into Mule Days Hall Of Fame

July 4, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses

Each Memorial Day weekend, Bishop, Calif., kicks off the packing season by celebrating Mule Days. This year’s 47th annual event was a special one for Yucaipa, Calif., farrier Portor Green, who was inducted into the Mule Days Hall Of Fame.

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USDA’s Bid To End Soring Encourages Lawmakers, Activists

June 6, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Source: The Commercial Appeal

Lawmakers and animal-rights activists who have pushed the federal government to crack down on an illegal practice that’s sometimes used to give Tennessee Walking Horses their exaggerated, high-stepping gait are feeling encouraged that President Barack Obama’s administration appears ready to act.

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Options Aplenty to Give Working Horses a Little Extra Help

Now is the time to learn about more effective techniques for dealing with lameness and hoof pain concerns.

| Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education

Our in-depth eGuide on “Options Aplenty To Give Working Horses A Little Extra Help” offers plenty of field-tested, practical ideas ranging all the way from the trim to the need for protection and support to keep working horses on the go. Plus, it’s FREE.

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NYTHA Members Split Over Synthetic Racing Surface At Aqueduct

May 31, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses

An online survey of New York Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association members was almost evenly divided over whether Aqueduct should install a synthetic racing surface.

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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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Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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Retired Caisson Horses Find New Homes With Veterans

Hall Family Keeps Philadelphia’s Police Horses Going

What to Expect from Backyard Horse Clients

USDA Proposes Rules Changes In Bid To End Soring

Farrier Trade Remains An Old-School Art

Congressman Violated Ethics Rules In Bid To Ban Soring

Shoptalk: Portor Green Inducted Into Mule Days Hall Of Fame

USDA’s Bid To End Soring Encourages Lawmakers, Activists

Options Aplenty to Give Working Horses a Little Extra Help

NYTHA Members Split Over Synthetic Racing Surface At Aqueduct

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