Travis Burns

2025 International Hoof-Care Summit Showcases Industry Excellence

By Maclaren Krueger posted on January 27, 2025 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Safety & Healthcare, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

The 22nd annual International Hoof-Care Summit drew hundreds of farriers, veterinarians and other hoof-care professionals to Kansas City, Mo., for four days of intensive learning and networking opportunities.

News & Notes

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame Elects 4 New Members

Class of 2025 includes Travis Burns, Wesley Champagne, Nigel Fennell & Dusty Franklin

By Jeff Cota posted on September 19, 2024 | Posted in Education

Four farriers are set for induction into the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame at the 2025 International Hoof-Care Summit in Kansas City, Mo.

2024 Farriers Week: Farrier Spotlight

Welcome to the 12th annual Farriers Week Farriers Spotlight!

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on July 7, 2024 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

In honor of the 26th annual Farriers Week celebration (July 7-13, 2024), we collected these tributes from members of the equine community to recognize all of the hard work and dedication farriers put forth to keep horses sound.

Farriers Week

26th Annual Farriers Week Honors Horseshoers

June 11, 2024 | Posted in Education

American Farriers Journal thanks the many farriers who dedicate their time, skills and commitment to the equine industry. This year marks the 26th annual Farriers Week — a time we set aside to celebrate your professional contributions.

Therapeutic Shoeing

Teamwork is Critical in Equine Ringbone Cases

Veterinarian and farrier can slow degeneration and minimize pain

By Katie Navarra posted on December 19, 2023 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

If you’ve suffered from a bone spur, you can imagine how ringbone feels to a horse. Some level of discomfort accompanies each step. Swelling might or might not be present, but one thing is for sure, the bony growth interferes with mobility. The same is true for horses.

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.

This Week

Hoof-Care Highlights: Sept. 2, 2023

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on September 2, 2023

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.

The Pros and Cons of Hoof Pads

Farriers must consider the advantages and disadvantages before application

By Jessica Lash posted on March 29, 2023 | Posted in Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing

The use of pads in various shoeing applications can quickly become a controversial topic. While many people recognize the potential benefits of using pads, others have had off-putting experiences that left them opposed to their use.