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International Hoof-Care Summit

How Lameness Impacts the Distal Limb

September 18, 2024 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Lamenesses

Dr. Jenny Hagen of Leipzig University will explain how lameness influences timing parameters of the stance phase and the movement of the limb in the swing phase.

International Hoof-Care Summit

Uneven Feet: Causes, Effects & Case Management

September 18, 2024 | Posted in Education, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Dr. Jenny Hagen will demonstrate the effects of various causes for the development of uneven feet on functional aspects of locomotion.

How Equine Handedness Influences Hooves & Conformation

Researchers explore why horse’s laterality is integral to hoof care

By Jenny Hagen posted on April 22, 2024 | Posted in Lamenesses

Laterality, or handedness, in horses is receiving increasing attention in training, riding, orthopedic treatment and manual therapy.

Biomechanics

How to Affect the Swing Phase of Horses

Current research and practical observations provide insights for farriers

By Jenny Hagen posted on December 19, 2023 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Shoeing

The swing phase describes the period of a gait cycle in which the limb has no contact with the ground. This phase can be divided into single parts.

American Farriers Journal’s Best of 2023

By Connor Campbell posted on December 15, 2023 | Posted in Education

It was a busy year at American Farriers Journal, as we highlighted industry updates, sound business advice, valuable hoof-care insights, as well as the global future of the equine industry. As we enter the new year, we wanted to share the most popular content from 2023.

Trimming and Shoeing

How to Influence Breakover

Scientific insights on the effect of everyday trimming and horseshoe modifications

By Jenny Hagen posted on May 1, 2023 | Posted in Shoeing, Trimming

Hardly any other motion event is of greater interest in the daily shoeing routine as breakover.

Farrier Tip

No Need to Sedate Foals to Glue on Horseshoes

By Jenny Hagen posted on September 30, 2022 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Therapeutic Shoeing

When applying glue-on shoes to foals’ feet, farriers might be tempted to ask a veterinarian to sedate the young one. During the last few years, the author almost never needed to sedate a foal to glue on shoes.

Managing Clubfoot in Foals

Proper handling and care is necessary for efficient and successful results

By Jenny Hagen posted on September 3, 2022 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Clubfoot is a congenital or acquired distal interphalangeal flexural deformity of the toe. In general, a clubfoot can be defined as a hoof that meets the ground at an angle greater than 60 degrees.

Therapeutic Shoeing

Stabilizing the Hoof Wall After Resection

Hoof casts promote healing, but be aware of side effects

By Jenny Hagen posted on April 29, 2022 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Several disorders affecting the hooves can be an indication for a partial hoof wall resection. However, high risks and harmful side effects are associated with a loss of supporting hoof wall, so the hoof must be stabilized and protected to promote successful healing.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of March 27

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on April 2, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Forging, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

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. Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Meader Supply.

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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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