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Times They (Still) Are A Changin’

By Jeremy McGovern posted on November 6, 2015 | Posted in Education
Farriery is an art and science steeped in tradition. Within that tradition is a commitment to honoring the basics. Yet, there is always a constant evolution within the system. New products come and go. New theories and research emerge that reshape our thinking about the horse. Some things will never change, but many others do.
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New Products: Evaluating Baloney Vs. Lasting Power

By Jeremy McGovern posted on August 14, 2015 | Posted in Equipment
The September/October issue of American Farriers Journal marks the magazine’s 40th anniversary. In it, we’ll publish the original 8-page magazine that Henry Heymering ran in 1975. We also have a special section in which veteran farriers consider how the industry has changed over the previous 40 years.
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Senator To Put Farrier Schools In The Crosshairs

By Jeff Cota posted on July 31, 2015 | Posted in Education
On the 13th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, legislation was introduced that would require farrier schools to be accredited before accepting foreign students. While the bill never gained traction, it appears the bill will be reintroduced as the 14th anniversary looms a little more than a month away.
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Can Common Ground Be Found?

By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 17, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices
Admittedly, I was harsh and not thorough enough in the detail in my critique of the institutional evaluation of farriers contributing to veterinary continuing education. Due to the brevity of the editorial, I didn't touch on the farrier's responsibility in this.
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