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Forging An Education

Pennsylvania Farrier Offers Shoeing Tips For International Hoof-Care Summit Contest Winner
By Jeff Cota posted on September 4, 2014 | Posted in Education, Forging
When Chuck Gibson won an opportunity to spend 3 days working with Sonny Pistilli, the Belle Center, Ohio, farrier wanted to improve his forging skills in preparation for the American Farrier's Association journeyman certification.
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Saving Time At The Anvil

Ohio farrier sees quick results after 3 days with Pennsylvania shoer
By Jeff Cota posted on August 31, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing

Ten minutes.

It’s not a lot of time in the grand scheme of things. When a client informs you that their barn is only 10 minutes away, very few will bat an eye for such an easy commute.

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Focusing on Activities, Breeds & Disciplines

Going the Distance With Endurance Horses

Understanding the horse’s conformation and the inconsistent terrain it will be racing on will keep these equine athletes going strong
By Jeff Cota posted on August 31, 2014 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds
Moving targets are nothing new to seasoned farriers. Many, if not most, try to apply a shoe on one every day. Yet, those who care for the feet of endurance horses might be considered sharpshooters while trying to keep these athletes competing.
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Hoof Care on Parade

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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