The 2020 U.S. graduates of the Royal Vetarinary College’s graduate diploma in Equine Locomotor Research (Grad Dip ELR) completed the final course weekend at University of Pennsylvania New Bolton Center in early March of this year.
Conducting research has a reputation for being a daunting task. Most farriers even find it intimidating. Yet, hoof-care and research share common ground.
When paging through farriery texts that are more than a century old, readers will note that much of the knowledge that’s contained within is not so different than what is taught today.
American-based farrier research is getting a big boost from across the pond as the Royal Veterinary College will be expanding its graduate diploma in equine locomotor research to the United States.
Chances are pretty good that you’ve repaired a compromised hoof wall at one time or another. In fact, according to the most recent American Farriers Journal Farrier Business Practices Survey, nearly half of all farriers find themselves using some type of hoof repair product on a weekly basis.
It was the site of the largest military engagement during the Revolutionary War. Today, the lands remain much as they were back then rolling open fields, ancient forests and historic farmhouses with horses grazing in lush pastures.
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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