Items Tagged with 'Tab Pigg'

ARTICLES

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.

Briefings: March 2020

March 6, 2020 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

One of the best things horse owners and farriers can do for horses is hydrate their hooves consistently, says Tab Pigg, an Azle, Texas, certified journeyman farrier and Vettec technical specialist.

Consistency is Key with Hoof Hydration

By Tab Pigg posted on December 23, 2019 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

Hoof health affects the overall well-being of a horse, making hoof hydration an important factor to understand and regulate for individual horse's needs.

News & Notes

How to Avoid Joint Pain in Horses

By Tab Pigg posted on September 9, 2019 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

As summer comes to a close, horse owners are still taking advantage of the weather with weekend trail rides. With horses getting many hours of physical activity on the weekends, the sudden stillness during the week can take a toll on their bodies and result in joint pain.

Briefings: May/June 2017

May 15, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Identify Problems Before Trimming And Shoeing A Horse

When seeing a horse for the first time, it’s critical to perform a thorough evaluation to identify problems before trimming and shoeing it.

2017 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Educational Partner (Vettec): Continuing Education Through Hands-On Demonstrations

April 13, 2017 | Posted in Equipment

Jessica Williams of Vettec talks about the educational video series, Two Minutes with Tab, and how it helps to illustrate a variety of hoof-care issues as well as product demonstrations. She also details a few packaging updates that Vettec has recently made, and touches on the continued popularity of their IHCS hands-on clinics and year round hands-on workshops.

IHCS 2017 PHOTO ALBUM

Record crowd treated to “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought”

March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education

Another record turnout descended upon Cincinnati, Ohio, for “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought” at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.

Farrier Tips

Fore! Golf Ball Offers Comfort While Rasping

By Jeff Cota posted on February 9, 2017 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Trimming

If you spend any time around Tab Pigg at various Vettec clinics, you might notice that the Azle, Texas, farrier uses an unconventional rasp handle — a golf ball.

News & Notes

2016 IHCS Day 1: What Is Breakover?

By Jeff Cota posted on February 2, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Clients, Education, Lamenesses, Nutrition, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

What is breakover? If you ask five farriers, you’ll probably get as many definitions, Dr. Michael Miller told attendees at the 13th annual International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Make an Informed Decision Before Packing a Foot

Understand when the materials are appropriate and when they’re not

January 4, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

Before reaching for hoof packing, it’s important to consider why. Ask yourself, what’s behind the intention of packing the hoof? How will it benefit the horse? It’s important to scrutinize your reasons and establish an objective.

EVENTS

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Vettec Hands-On Workshop

10/16/17 8:00 am EST

Cooper's Country Store

1091 Glen Rose Rd.

Stephenville, TX

United States

Vettec is hosting a clinic in Stephenville, Texas. Read More

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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SmartPak

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