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50 Years of Farriery Progress

The Evolution of Horseshoes & Tools in 1 Farrier’s Career

Hoof-care professionals propel the industry forward with innovation

By Steve Kraus posted on November 12, 2024 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing

I nailed on my first set of horseshoes 60 years ago when I was 15 in 1964. It was on a kind gelding named Maverick at the summer horse camp that I attended.

Award-Winning Hoof-Care Content

November 12, 2024

American Farriers Journal consistently delivers high-quality hoof-care content as evidenced by the sampling of award-winning content listed here.

50 Years of American Farriers Journal

Reflections on Hoof-Care Milestones Over 5 Decades: Dick Mansmann

By Richard A. Mansmann posted on November 6, 2024 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses

International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Famer Dick Mansmann, VMD, PhD, of Chapel Hill, N.C., shares his thoughts on the hoof-care milestones over the past half-century.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: March 2, 2024

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on March 2, 2024

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

International Hoof-Care Summit

5 Questions Dr. Ric Redden

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on December 29, 2022 | Posted in Education

Perhaps no other modern practicing veterinarian has made as much of an impact on the equine hoof-care scene as Dr. Ric Redden.

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A Frog Can Provide Valuable Information About the Hoof

By Steve Stanley posted on November 18, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Trimming

The frog is one of the most important anatomical structures of the horse. A frog helps maintain a fully functioning hoof that is vital to a fully functioning horse. At about 50% moisture content, the frog is easily the highest structure in the hoof capsule for moisture retention.

Benefits of the Omni-Directional Horseshoe

Extensive experience and knowledge are required before application

By Laura Gillespie and Mike Hayward posted on June 16, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Equipment, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Achieving the benefits of the therapeutic applications that have been covered over the past eight installments generally can be replicated by most any skill level and budget. The same is not true for the ninth and final subject — the light rail or omni-directional shoe.

News & Notes

American Farriers Journal Captures 6 AHP Awards

June 4, 2019 | Posted in Education

Source: American Farriers Journal

American Farriers Journal took home six American Horse Publications Equine Media Awards on June 1, 2019, at the High Desert Media Roundup conference in Albuquerque, N.M.

News & Notes

Quarter Crack? Don’t Blame The Farrier

December 9, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Source: Paulick Report

Quarter cracks are relatively common among Thoroughbreds, and while they can take time to heal, they don't necessarily put a horse on the shelf for months, the way a soft tissue injury can. In many cases, the farrier may be blamed when a horse develops a quarter crack as a result of hoof shape, but experts say it's not that simple.

Videos

Hoof Care on Parade

Greg Martin, CJF, of Boerne, Texas, takes the unique approach of marketing his hoof-care practice with a Christmas parade float in Boerne and Comfort, Texas. The award-winning float boasts a variety of surprising features.

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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