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Communication Key for Managing Clients

By Jeremy McGovern posted on July 31, 2022 | Posted in Clients

Last year, a younger farrier rode in Tom Trosin’s shoeing truck. While chatting between stops, the junior horseshoer identified one aspect of farriery that the Oklahoma farrier excels at — and it has nothing to do with trimming and shoeing.

How Would You Handle These Ethical Concerns About Footcare?

July 29, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

On day 1 of your footcare business — as an apprentice or out on your own — you will face tough challenge that you must resolve using your code of ethics. Some of these challenges will be simple to overcome, while others will present potential outcomes that will be difficult for you to answer without negative consequences for one party.

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How Important Is Continuing Education?

By Marc Condrey posted on October 13, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Equipment

Why do I spend all this time away from my wife and kids going to clinics, pursuing certifications, competing in contests, riding with other farriers and spending time in my shop practicing?

From The Desk Of AFJ

Lessons To Learn From Horse Owner Roundup

By Jeremy McGovern posted on December 27, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

Each issue of Practical Horseman features a questions posed to readers about a variety of equine topics. In the January 2014 issue, the editors ask the readers for feedback on the most important trait looked for in a vet and/or farrier.

W. F. Young, Inc. / Absorbine Appoints Chris Jacobi General Manager, Equine Division

December 20, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices

W. F. Young, Inc., makers of Absorbine horse care products, is very pleased to announce the appointment of Christian (Chris) Jacobi of Scottsdale, AZ to the position of General Manager, Equine Division, effective January 6, 2014. In this newly-created role, Chris will be responsible for overseeing the worldwide operations of W. F. Young's equine division, including sales and marketing.

From the Desk of AFJ

Sabotaging the Farrier-Client Relationship

By Jeremy McGovern posted on September 26, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

When you don't take the time to answer a client's question, you might allow someone else to become their footcare expert.

Farrier Tips: 10 Tips On Being A Better Professional

August 1, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices

Professionalism is something that is hard to define for some because it covers so many areas. For farriers, professionalism covers how you work with your horses, relate to other farriers, communicate with clients, consult with trainers and so on.

Q&A: Pricing Change

May 17, 2013 | Posted in Clients

How do you introduce a pricing change to your clients? How have any adjustments to your pricing been received?

The Hoof-Care Bottom Line

Benchmarks of Professionalism

There’s more to being regarded as a hoof-care professional than simply taking care of horses’ feet and leaving a bill

By Esco Buff posted on May 1, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices

In our industry and many others, the word profession and professional are used to describe a variety of things.

Farrier Quick Takes

[Video] Importance Of Professionalism And Image

October 29, 2010 | Posted in Business Practices

Chris Adickes of Grafton, Wis., discusses the role of professionalism and image in farrierry.

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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.

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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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