Articles by American Farriers Journal Staff

Friday’s Farrier Facts & Figures

Why Horse Owners Switched Farriers | How Much Do Farriers Charge for Extra Shoe Work?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 5, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Forging, Shoeing

This week's facts and figures... Why Horse Owners Switched Farriers and How Much Do Farriers Charge for Extra Shoe Work? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

I have a 21-year-old Appaloosa mare who recently came down with a case of grass founder. I’m giving her 1-ounce of bute along with one-half cup of grain. Is this amount enough to relieve any pain? What do you recommend?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 4, 2021 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

You are correct with feeding hay along with very little to no grain. The 1-ounce of bute per day is a good administration level. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

In Memoriam

Michigan Farrier Michael Huber Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 3, 2021

Source: Grand Rapids Press

Tallmadge Township, Mich., farrier Michael Huber passed away Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021, at St. Mary’s Hospital after a short illness. He was 59.

In Memoriam

Harness Racing Farrier Guy Doubleday Sr. Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 2, 2021

Source: Cañon City Daily Record

Harness racing farrier Guy “Dub” Doubleday Sr. passed away Oct. 16, 2021. He was 91.

News & Notes

IAPF Announces Forging Credential

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 1, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Forging

The International Association of Professional Farriers is introducing its second step in its credentialing program — Forging-Shoes.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 24

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 30, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education

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 Many Clients Own Backyard Horses? | How Do Farriers Answer Emails from Clients?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 29, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education

This week's facts and figures... How Many Clients Own Backyard Horses? and How Do Farriers Answer Emails from Clients? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

I’m working with a mare that previously suffered from malnutrition with a previous owner. How will improved nutrition affect her hoof quality?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 28, 2021 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

While hoof growth may often continue at a rate through downturns in nutrition, the quality of hoof that develops will likely be diminished. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the 2022 International Hoof-Care Summit.

Badass Rigs & Trailers

Open Design Shoeing Truck Body for Minnesota Farrier

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 25, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment

In this episode of Badass Rigs & Trailers, sponsored by Anvil Brand, Minnesota farrier Tim Wampfler worked with Iron Range Manufacturing and Justin Fry to build his new farrier rig. Some of the features of this truck and body included the set up of tools like the grinder, but also an electro-magnetic anvil stand made by Iron Range.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 17

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 23, 2021 | Posted in Clients, Education, Forging, Nutrition

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.

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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