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Contrary To Popular Opinion

Research indicates that the positive effects of particular shoe selection for Western Pleasure horses are guided by the perceptions of judges and trainers rather than reality
By Jeremy McGovern posted on May 9, 2016 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses, Shoeing
Many trainers and owners often try to convince a farrier to adopt a certain style of trimming or shoeing based on a myriad of factors. Sometimes the motivation comes from a belief that a particular change will improve the horse’s overall performance, resulting in better scores from judges.
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Heart Bars Revisited

X-Rays Made Heart Bar Shoemaking Class Different

Adding a new technology angle turns a novel corrective shoeing class into an incredible learning experience
By Frank Lessiter posted on March 1, 2001 | Posted in Shoeing
While there are plenty of shoemaking contests where the shoe has to fit the foot, no contest required reading a lateral X-ray to determine proper placement of a heart bar shoe until last fall.
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Calgary!

Mention this western Canadian city to leading farriers around the world and they’ll think first about the Calgary Stampede and its famous forging and shoeing competition
By Frank Lessiter posted on September 1, 2000 | Posted in Shoeing
While in Calgary earlier this summer for the World Championship Blacksmiths’ Competition (WCBC), my wife and I toured the city’s Olympic Park. This is where the ski jumping, bobsledding and luge competitions were held during the 1988 Winter Olympics.
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On Your Mark, Get Set, Forge!

May 1, 1999 | Posted in Education
The American Farrier’s Association’s Rules Committee has added some new shoes for the 2000 AFA convention contest in Ontario, Calif., and wants you to be aware of the entry procedures and contest rules.
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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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