Articles by Maclaren Krueger

50 Years of Farriery Progress

Rising Shoeing Stars Turned Shoeing Stars

Check in with Diego Almeida, Gary Gullo Jr., Joe Nygren, and Sam Zalesky, to see where they are now

By Maclaren Krueger posted on November 12, 2024

“There’s a difference between shoeing horses and putting shoes on horses,” says 2014 Rising Shoeing Star Diego Almeida, CJF (TE, EE, FE), AWCF.

Better Vet-Farrier Communication Leads to Better Hoof Care

Resolve points of conflict through education & open dialogue

By Maclaren Krueger posted on October 17, 2024 | Posted in Business Practices

Effective communication is key to maintaining relationships. Working with veterinarians to assess and treat hoof pathologies is common, but verbal and nonverbal miscommunication can get in the way.

Farrier Community Involvement Prevents Isolation

Adopt a growth mindset & build a support network to protect against loneliness

By Maclaren Krueger posted on October 15, 2024 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

By nature of the profession, farriers are susceptible to feelings of isolation. Driving long distances to and from clients every day, sometimes without company and in rural areas, can negatively impact anyone’s mental health.

2024 Farrier Business Practices Survey

Farrier Gross Income Drops for the First Time in 8 Years

Hoof-care professionals are charging more, but fewer clients & horses sink revenue, benchmark study finds

By Maclaren Krueger posted on October 14, 2024 | Posted in Business Practices

The exclusive Farrier Business Practices Survey, conducted annually by American Farriers Journal, establishes a baseline for the hoof-care industry.

News & Notes

Massachusetts Farrier Rallies Equine Community in Wake of Hurricane Helene

By Maclaren Krueger posted on October 13, 2024 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

Seeing the devastation on the news and from first-hand accounts on TikTok and Facebook, Grajales says he couldn’t sleep; despite shoeing 14 hours away in Fairhaven, Mass., he had to help.

Community & Continuing Education Foster Excellence

By Maclaren Krueger posted on September 24, 2024 | Posted in Education, Therapeutic Shoeing

As I’m getting to know the farrier community, one quality that stands out is their dedication — not just to skill development but to each other.

Managing Chronic Laminitis Requires an Adaptable Strategy

Executing a shoeing package requires collaboration with vets, creative adjustments & frequent radiographs

By Maclaren Krueger posted on September 5, 2024 | Posted in Education, Diseases

Managing a chronically laminitic horse can take a comprehen- sive shoeing package, the time to execute it and a team of skilled individuals.

Preparing for Paris 2024 with U.S. Team Farrier Beck Ratte

According to Ratte, being the Olympic team farrier is less about the games themselves and more about everything that’s led the horses to this moment

By Maclaren Krueger and Beck Ratte posted on July 25, 2024 | Posted in Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

As the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, kick off on Friday, July 26, American Farriers Journal caught up with the United States Eventing Team farrier Rebecca “Beck” Ratte to discuss her career, working with the team and preparing for the Olympics.

Community Involvement Helps Avoid Isolation as a Farrier

Building a support network helps protect against anxiety, loneliness and depression, which farriers are more susceptible to

By Maclaren Krueger posted on July 24, 2024 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

By nature of the profession, farriers are susceptible to feelings of isolation.

Helping the Horse Through Effective Vet-Farrier Communication

Understanding sources of friction can help foster open dialogue & overcome barriers

By Maclaren Krueger posted on July 23, 2024 | Posted in Business Practices

Effective communication is key to maintaining relationships. Working with veterinarians to assess and treat hoof pathologies is common, but verbal and nonverbal miscommunication can get in the way.

Videos

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary

American Farriers Journal is excited and honored to celebrate its 50th anniversary of publishing the hands-on magazine for hoof-care professionals. Learn more about our special edition, which comes out in December 2024.

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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