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Frankly Speaking: Educate the 14-year-olds

By Jeremy McGovern posted on January 4, 2021 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Shoeing, Trimming
I recently read a tribute posted to Facebook about the late farrier Bob Skradzio. The International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member passed away more than 10 years ago, but is remembered by the countless farriers he impacted through his 60-plus years as a horseshoer. He was a link to industry history — one of the last to work street horses in an urban area who transitioned to a largely recreational riding practice.
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Hall Of Fame Member Bob Skradzio Passes Away

May 1, 2010
International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame member Bob Skradzio, Sr., passed away in late February at the age of 79. His wife, Aleen, three daughters and seven grandchildren survive the certified journeyman farrier from Ambler, Pa.
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Tufts Delves Into Drafts

Tightly focused event delivers big on big horses
By Pat Tearney posted on July 1, 2004 | Posted in Education
If you wanted to know more about shoeing draft horses or other large breeds and weren't in attendance at a recent seminar held at the Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in North Grafton, Mass., you missed a great opportunity.
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Hot and Cold Tips for Better Forging

Developing these skills will pay off in increased efficiency and better shoeing
By Pat Tearney posted on November 1, 2001 | Posted in Education, Forging
Some of the most important work a farrier does takes place at least a few feet from the horse that’s being shod. Skills at the anvil can set a farrier apart from run-of-the-mill shoers. The ability to hand forge specialty shoes or fine-tune keg shoes can greatly enhance your ability to increase your shoeing incomes.
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Hoof Care on Parade

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.

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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
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