Articles by American Farriers Journal Staff

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of January 23

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 29, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

Friday’s Farrier Facts & Figures

How Good are the Majority of Your Clients at Detecting Lameness Issues Before Alerting the Farrier or Veterinarian? | How Long are Equine Pain Control Products Normally Used by Owners?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 28, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses

This week's facts and figures... How Good are the Majority of Your Clients at Detecting Lameness Issues Before Alerting the Farrier or Veterinarian? and How Long are Equine Pain Control Products Normally Used by Owners? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

Are there any special nutrition considerations to consider for the winter months?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 27, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Each horse’s diet should be evaluated to make sure all pertinent nutrients are being fed in appropriate amounts, including a complete fortification of vitamins and minerals. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

In Memoriam

Hall of Fame Veterinarian Frank Gravlee Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 24, 2022

Dr. Frank Gravlee, owner and founder of Life Data Labs, passed away Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of January 16

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 22, 2022 | Posted in Education, Nutrition, Safety & Healthcare, Trimming

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

Friday’s Farrier Facts & Figures

What’s the Average Yearly Income for U.S. Farriers? | Did Your Hoof-Care Business Benefit from Clients Spending More Time Riding Their Horses During COVID-19?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 21, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education

This week's facts and figures... What’s the Average Yearly Income for U.S. Farriers? and Did Your Hoof-Care Business Benefit from Clients Spending More Time Riding Their Horses During COVID-19? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

News & Notes

Hall of Fame Farrier and American Farriers Journal Founder Henry Heymering Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 20, 2022

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member Henry Heymering of Frederick, Md., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. He was 71.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

Should biotin be fed to all horses regardless of the hoof quality?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 20, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

A nutrient that has been extremely well researched is biotin, which is often included with scientific data relating to the feeding of the B-group vitamins. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the 2022 International Hoof-Care Summit.

In Memoriam

Minnesota Farrier Curtis Hajek Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 17, 2022

Source: US Obit

Coon Rapids, Minn., farrier Curtis Hajek passed away Jan. 8, 2022. He was 23.

Poll: 2022 Outlook

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 17, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices

What is your outlook for your hoof-care business in 2022?

Videos

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.

Events

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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