The American Horse Council has tracked the declining numbers of horse ownership since the early 20th century. Fewer owners means less exposure to horses for the general public.
Rescue cases often call for the ingenuity of farriers to overcome the actions of neglect or cruelty. Often that resourcefulness is required to keep the horse alive.
It's time for the terrible practice of soring Tennessee Walking Horses for the show ring to come to an end. And doing so not only rests on the shoulders of folks in the equine industry, but also involves members of Congress.
Horses used in the game of polo (known as "ponies" although many are full-sized horses) are asked to sprint at top speed, turn sharply, make sudden stops, stay balanced while riders shift their weight far out of center, and even run into other horses to gain an advantageous position.
Watch this featured video from Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center in which farrier Grant Moon describes a shoe modification for the sport horse involving a Delta Challenger.
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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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.