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Apps Can Improve Your Efficiency

By Chelsea Moskow posted on August 4, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Shoeing, Trimming, Products

The face of business management is changing with the birth of new technology over the last decade. Although many farriers still use old-fashioned pen and paper for billing and scheduling clients, a growing number are turning to apps and software to help their business run more smoothly.

Understand the 4 Facets of Wealth Management

By David J. Barron posted on August 3, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices

The business and wealth management acumen our practicing farrier community lacks is shocking. Generally speaking, a farrier enters the trade in his or her mid-20s, spends the first 5 years establishing a business and reputation…

Charging What You Need to Earn Will Help You Build the Business You Want

By Jeremy McGovern posted on August 3, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Shoeing

There are a lot of costs for any footcare business. Materials, insurance taxes and so on. But which is the most significant cost? California farrier Margie Lee-Gustafson believes it is what you pay yourself.

Friday’s Farrier Facts & Figures

Clipped Shoes | Feeding Challenges

August 2, 2019 | Posted in Education, Safety & Healthcare, Trimming

This week’s facts and figures ... How Are Shoes Clipped? and What are the Biggest Challenges Facing Owners When it Comes to Feeding Their Horses? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.

Answers to the Most Asked Hoof-Care Business Questions

August 2, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices

The weeks and months following a footcare student’s graduation from shoeing school can be both exhilarating and intimidating.

Hall of Famers Share Gems of Wisdom for Young Farriers

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 1, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Farriery is a never-ending journey of hoof-care education. It doesn’t matter how long one has been tending to horses’ feet, there’s always something to learn. There’s no better way to learn than to sit at the feet of your elders and listen as they share their wisdom.

Farriers and Clients Have Expectations Each Should Meet

By Doug Butler posted on August 1, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

Horse owners have many expectations of a farrier. Recognizing and positively acting upon horse owner expectations are critical aspects of building a successful farrier business. Ignoring those expectations will negatively affect a farrier’s ability to build a successful business.

Primary Farrier Education and Apprenticeships Go Hand-in-Hand

By Mitch Taylor posted on July 31, 2019 | Posted in Education

It’s important for the farrier school graduate and the mentor to understand the definition of the word “apprentice” before either individual enters into a working relationship.

2019 Getting Started in Hoof Care: Online Extras

July 30, 2019

Gain more insight on the farrier industry:

Listening to Hall of Fame Farriers from the AFJ Podcasts
Learning strategies on what to charge per horse
Technology in your hoof-care practice

Products in Action, G.E. Forge

July 30, 2019

Products in Action, G.E. Forge – Getting Started in Hoof Care 2019

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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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Hoof-Care 101
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Apps Can Improve Your Efficiency

Understand the 4 Facets of Wealth Management

Charging What You Need to Earn Will Help You Build the Business You Want

Clipped Shoes | Feeding Challenges

Answers to the Most Asked Hoof-Care Business Questions

Hall of Famers Share Gems of Wisdom for Young Farriers

Farriers and Clients Have Expectations Each Should Meet

Primary Farrier Education and Apprenticeships Go Hand-in-Hand

2019 Getting Started in Hoof Care: Online Extras

Products in Action, G.E. Forge

Top Articles

Current Issue

American Farriers Journal

Plenty of Hoof-Care Growth in 50 Years

Celebrating 2 Decades of Extraordinary Hoof-Care Learning

Butler’s Insights Hold Strong

Current Issue

Special Report For Equine Veterinarians

Must Read Free Eguides

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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

Events

Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Life Data Labs Inc

Kawell USA

SmartPak

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