Products Tagged with 'Hoof Care'

Illinois farrier Seth Warner lays out the case in favor of shoeing horses, cutting through the myths and misinformation that so many horse owners have to deal with. Warner convincingly argues that the benefits of good horseshoeing far outweigh problems it sometimes causes. He addresses protection, support, weight distribution and breakover, and also touches on the role of genetics. He also lays out the basics of a proper shoeing job. This report is a good one to have on hand when your customers ask about the pluses and minuses of having horses go barefoot.

This is the final installment of the series that won the top prize from the Association of Business Publications Editors. The series looks at the practice of soring and attempts to stop it.

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The most common hoof injuries your horse is susceptible to are featured in this full-color report. Learn about the different injuries and the prognosis and treatment for each one. One of the nation's leading equine veterinarians brings you up to speed with 43 full-color photos so you'll be better informed in your dealings with your veterinarian or farrier.

In 2010, American Farriers Journal marked the 35 years since Florida farrier Henry Heymering turned out the very first issue of American Farriers Journal.  He published the 8-page black and white issue in March of 1975. Now, we're looking back at what's happened in the footcare business over the past 35 years and the most important developments that have occurred since 1975. We looked at how the industry has evolved and where it may be going.

This 62-page report is jam packed with valuable information you need to know when it comes to hoof care for performance horses. Broken down into nine “chapters," you’ll learn essential tips, tricks and techniques to use when dealing with Sport Horses, Western Performance Horses, Rodeo Horses, Long-Footed Gaited Horses, Pas Finos, Peruvian Paso Finos, Endurance Horses and even a bit of history.