Articles by Frank Lessiter

So You're Thinking About Switching Rigs

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 17, 2010 | Posted in Equipment

When looking at making changes in a shoeing rig, Brent Chidsey says there are a half-dozen critical considerations. The owner of Stone Well Bodies & Equipment in Genoa, N.Y., says the process starts with determining how much of each product you need to carry in your rig and then finding a design that can provide the most efficient inventory control.

Check Those Feet Carefully Before Buying That Horse

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 12, 2010 | Posted in Lamenesses

Six equine veterinarians explain what they look for in regards to hooves and feet when making prepurchase examinations.

Different Ideas On Treating Quarter And Bar Cracks

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 11, 2010 | Posted in Lamenesses

The July/August 2014 issue of American Farriers Journal included a look at various ways of dealing with hoof cracks, specifically toe cracks. The Page 30 to 34 article featured three AFJ Editorial Advisory Board members that offered their time-tested ideas for dealing with hoof cracks. Since the issue did not have space for all of their ideas and concerns, we're providing their ideas here on quarter cracks and bar cracks.

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The Calgary Mail-In Forging Exercise is offering a brand new challenge this year

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2010 | Posted in Forging

It’s been 11 years since the annual Mail-In Forging Exercise was established to help you polish your tool- and shoe-building skills.

Summit Achievement Award Winner Volunteers $280,000 of Hoof-Care Work

In recognition of her outstanding volunteer footcare donations, California farrier Margie Lee-Gustafson is named as this year’s award recipient

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2010 | Posted in Shoeing, Trimming

When it comes to dedication and volunteerism, it’s difficult to match the 14-year record turned in by hoof-care professional Margie Lee-Gustafson.

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Practical Ways to Deal with Fungi

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2010 | Posted in Diseases

While fungal problems sometimes seem difficult to treat, that doesn't have to be the case. But it's critical to recognize that no single treatment will work with all bacteria and fungi.

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Survey Reveals Owners Still Dedicated to their Horses

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2010 | Posted in Business Practices

Data from a recent survey of over 11,000 folks who own, lease or manage horses indicates they expect to continue participating in the equine industry at the same level in the future as now.

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What Causes the Most Serious Racing Injuries?

By Frank Lessiter posted on March 1, 2010 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds

Several research papers presented at last December's American Association of Equine Practitioners annual meeting in Las Vegas took an in-depth look at the causes of racing injuries with both Quarter Horses and Thoroughbreds.

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Best Ways for Dealing with Dry, Extremely Brittle Hooves

By Frank Lessiter posted on January 5, 2010 | Posted in Education

With hot weather on the way, it’s a good time to take another look at how high temperatures affect hoof quality, and its impact on your shoeing choices.

Join Us In Celebrating 35 Great Years Of Footcare Work

By Frank Lessiter posted on January 1, 2010 | Posted in Business Practices

It's been 35 years since Florida farrier Henry Heymering turned out the very first issue of American Farriers Journal. He published the 8-page black and white issue in March of 1975. Today, he still shoes out of Frederick, Md. By the end of the first year, Heymering had 250 paid subscribers.

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Hoof Care on Parade

Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.

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

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Articles by Frank Lessiter

So You're Thinking About Switching Rigs

Check Those Feet Carefully Before Buying That Horse

Different Ideas On Treating Quarter And Bar Cracks

Be A Part Of Calgary Without Ever Leaving Home

Summit Achievement Award Winner Volunteers $280,000 of Hoof-Care Work

Practical Ways to Deal with Fungi

Survey Reveals Owners Still Dedicated to their Horses

What Causes the Most Serious Racing Injuries?

Best Ways for Dealing with Dry, Extremely Brittle Hooves

Join Us In Celebrating 35 Great Years Of Footcare Work

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