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Doug Butler
Doug Butler and his sons Jake and Pete run Butler Professional Farrier School, LLC near Chadron, Neb. They have trained successful farriers from all over the world. Their weekly “Farrier Focus Podcast” features interviews with successful horsemen and farriers. They have authored many of the standard texts used for modern farrier training. Doug was one of 51 teachers interviewed by Bill Smoot for his 2010 book “Conversations with Great Teachers” published by Indiana University Press.
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Book Notes
Try Three Styles of Interactive Learning to Expand your Skills
Essential Principles Of Horseshoeing, Foundation Guide To Sound Trimming And Shoeing
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The ABC’s Of Getting Your Farrier Career Off On The Right Foot
Commit to continuing your education.
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Product Innovation
12 Things that Have Improved the American Farrier's Life Since 1975
Hall Of Fame shoer Doug Butler looks back and selects his own list of 12 things he feels have had the biggest impact on your industry
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The ABC’s of Starting a Successful Career as a Professional Farrier
First impressions are vital
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Book Notes
Another Take on Laminitis, Founder
Laminitis & Founder, Prevention and Treatment for the Greatest Chance of Success
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My Advice to Prospective Students of Farriery, the Master Craft
When it comes to selecting a farrier school, here are some good rules to follow
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