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Thank You, Farriers

Our dedication to your dedication

By Michelle Drewek posted on July 1, 2012 | Posted in Clients

For the past few months, we have been asking horse owners and farriers worldwide to share their stories with us for the 14th Annual National Farriers Week being celebrated from July 8 to 14.

More Toe Grabs Being Banned

The impact on track shoers from banning toe grabs over 2 millimeters will be minimal, but it may have serious implications for trainers

By Frank Lessiter posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Equipment

A move that started last summer to ban toe grabs on the front feet of Thoroughbreds continues to gain momentum in a number of states.

Frankly Speaking

For The Good Of The Horse? Or For The Good Of The Racetrack?

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2007 | Posted in Business Practices

While Thoroughbred trainers are unhappy with the ban on high toe grabs at California racetracks, there’s scientific research to back up claims that high toe grabs can result in serious injuries.

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Front Toe Grab Ban Coming

California racing officials appear ready to enforce a ban against taller toe grabs

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2007 | Posted in Shoeing

The ongoing controversy over allowing traction devices on racetracks heated up recently as members of the California Horse Racing Board voted to start enforcing an earlier height restriction for front toe grabs.

Shop Talk

Suppliers Are Making News

December 1, 2006 | Posted in Business Practices

SEVERAL MAJOR CHANGES have taken place in recent weeks among suppliers to the hoof-care industry.

Product Innovations

Expert Advice for Using Hoof Repair Materials

Industry experts say they’re a farrier’s friend — but make sure you know your friends before you use them

April 1, 2005 | Posted in Shoeing

There may have been a time when hoof repair adhesives and glues were seen as a fad, but that’s long past.

Climbing Ever Higher

Second annual International Hoof-Care Summit continues building on solid educational foundation

By Pat Tearney posted on March 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

More than 700 farriers, veterinarians, horse owners and others interested in improving hoof care gathered in Cincinnati, Ohio, during late January for the second annual International Hoof-Care Summit.

How To

Pickin' Shoes

Let circumstances dictate your choice of titanium, steel, plastic, rubber and aluminum horseshoes

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2003 | Posted in Shoeing

For hundreds of years, nothing but steel shoes were effectively used on millions of horses. Later, aluminum and rubber shoes came along and then came development of plastic, composite and titanium shoes in recent times.

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Thank You, Farriers

More Toe Grabs Being Banned

For The Good Of The Horse? Or For The Good Of The Racetrack?

Front Toe Grab Ban Coming

Suppliers Are Making News

Expert Advice for Using Hoof Repair Materials

Climbing Ever Higher

Pickin' Shoes

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