Articles by American Farriers Journal Staff

In Memoriam

New York Farrier Marty Barbera Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 5, 2021

Source: Andrea Mercier

Long Island, N.Y., farrier Marty Barbera passed away July 7, 2021, according to a long-time friend.

News & Notes

Farriery and Footing are Integral for Olympic Horses

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 5, 2021 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

Source: Fédération Equestre Internationale

The Olympic Games are all about the coming together of the best of the best and the human and equine athletes have been meticulously prepared for the occasion. An essential part of that preparation is shoeing, and just as with human athletes, a horse can only perform at its best if the shoes fit perfectly.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

Can a horse’s genetics affect the efficiency of biotin?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 5, 2021 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

While there certainly is a limitation as to what you can do with hoof nutrition, heredity is more important than many people think when it comes to hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

3 Up-and-Comers Offer Advice for New Farriers

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 5, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Three up-and-coming farriers are being honored for early career success as American Farriers Journal’s 2020 Rising Shoeing Stars.

Survey Shows Differences in What Clients Pay

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 4, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds

The most common question farriers discuss is how much should they charge. The answer is never simple. Guidelines provided throughout this issue, especially those of Shelbyville, Ky., farrier Pat Broadus, show how complicated the formula can be.

Hall of farrier Steve Kraus works on horse hoof.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring Clients

This article was originally published August 2, 2019 and has been updated.

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on August 3, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education

In an ideal and unrealistic world, horse owners would be model clients with mounts that had perfect conformation and feet. Rather, it’s necessary to ask questions and gain some knowledge about that horse and client before saying “yes.”

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of July 25

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 31, 2021 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, 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.

In Memoriam

South Carolina Farrier Donnie Rhymer Passes Away

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 30, 2021

Source: Petty Funeral Home

Campobello, S.C., farrier Donnie Rhymer passed away July 25, 2021. He was 64.

Friday’s Farrier Facts & Figures

7 Major Footcare Concerns Among Horse Owners | How Effective is Social Media in Marketing Your Footcare Business?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 30, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education

This week's facts and figures... 7 Major Footcare Concerns Among Horse Owners and How Effective is Social Media in Marketing Your Footcare Business? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

Hoof Nutrition Intelligence

I have limited turnout for my backyard horses, so how do I know if they’re getting enough vitamin D?

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 29, 2021 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition

Vitamin D regulates a horse’s calcium and phosphorus levels through absorption, bone mineralization and demineralization. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by the International Hoof-Care Summit.

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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