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Career Guide Know How

Identifying The Equine Hot Spots

By Red Renchin posted on August 1, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices

Embarking on a hoof-care career is no easy task. It takes several years to establish a successful farrier practice, so it is crucial to make an informed decision on where you will build that business.

Q&A: Reducing Expenses

June 20, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices

What is a way you've been able to reduce expenses for your footcare practice? Mileage? Supplies?

Protect How Your Horse Community Sees You

Avoid costly customer service issues through communication, prevention and repair

By Paul Rackley posted on January 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

Rick Baggett was working on an ill-mannered horse near Oxford, Miss. It kept setting back on the rope and jumping around, making it difficult to shoe. It even kicked him, but the client said that the farrier was being too rough with the horse.

Q&A: Economic Impact & Improvement

September 6, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Has the local equine economy improved in your area? Most significantly, how has it impacted your footcare practice?

Lessons Learned in Becoming a Diversified Farrier

Indiana farrier and former teacher Steve Haltom uses his understanding of education in studying a discipline outside his practice

By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 1, 2013 | Posted in Education

When there isn't enough business in an area to support a general or specialized footcare practice, a farrier may relocate to a better economic climate.

Double-Barreled Shoeing Advice

Solid Advice for Young Farriers

Here are answers to frequently asked questions often asked by newcomers to the business

December 1, 2007 | Posted in Business Practices

During last winter’s 4th International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, two veteran farriers tackled a few of the most frequently asked questions about the footcare industry. This unrehearsed, fast-paced session sparked a number of highly interesting views for attendees.

Simple Marketing Tips to Help Build Your Shoeing Business

Canadian farrier says paying attention to quality in promotion is more important than a big advertising budget

By Patrick Ards posted on January 1, 2006 | Posted in Business Practices

Like any other business that markets a product or service, farriers need to attract clients who are prepared to exchange their hard-earned dollars for our professional service.

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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Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.

Kawell USA

Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.

SmartPak

From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.

Items Tagged with 'footcare practice'

ARTICLES

Identifying The Equine Hot Spots

Q&A: Reducing Expenses

Protect How Your Horse Community Sees You

Q&A: Economic Impact & Improvement

Lessons Learned in Becoming a Diversified Farrier

Solid Advice for Young Farriers

Simple Marketing Tips to Help Build Your Shoeing Business

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