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May/June 2017

Volume: 43

Edition: 4

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Frankly Speaking: Rather Than Just Talking About It …

By Jeremy McGovern posted on May 15, 2017

Having a good veterinarian-farrier relationship should be evident. Working together as professionals will deliver the best possible care for the horse. Who would argue against it? Yet it seems that it still needs to be stated. It may seem obvious and overdone, but when we seek advice from farriers or vets, the subject comes up often.

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Briefings: May/June 2017

May 15, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Identify Problems Before Trimming And Shoeing A Horse

When seeing a horse for the first time, it’s critical to perform a thorough evaluation to identify problems before trimming and shoeing it.

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Are You Considering More Than Feet When You Trim and Shoe?

Understanding deviations will guide you in helping the horse, Hall Of Fame farrier tells Summit attendees

By Michael Wildenstein posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

In modern brain research, scientists say it takes 10,000 hours to become really competent to where your hands and your mind are all working together, where you don’t have to think about every move you make.
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Making His Mark as a Cutting Horse Shoer

Texas farrier Jake Whitman draws from his time as a trainer to keep these athletes going

By Jeff Cota posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

There’s something satisfying about watching a cutting horse doing its job well. The speed, agility and balance of the horse to mirror a cut cow as it desperately tries to return to the safety of its herd is mesmerizing and thrilling all at once.
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What Do Horn Tubules Do?

Although farriers know that horn tubules play an important role in hoof wall structure, this article provides a deeper understanding of it

By Simon Curtis posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Trimming

The equine hoof wall has a complex tubular structure, which extends across the stratum medium. In a healthy hoof, the tubules are straight, parallel to each other and descend at the same angle as the hoof capsule. On the bearing border surface of a trimmed hoof, they can be seen as a pattern of rings. Our human skin is an epidermal structure like the hoof, and yet skin does not have horn tubules within it. This article sets out to answer the simple question of why horn tubules exist within the hoof wall.
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Farriers Sweat the Small Stuff to Keep Performance Horses Competing

Sore feet, abscesses occur regardless of discipline and require quick and effective hoof care

By Pat Tearney posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

Performance horses, by the very nature of the work they are asked to do, are more prone to injuries than horses that are being used primarily for recreational riding. There are a number of studies that offer evidence that certain injuries are more likely to occur with certain disciplines, but an informal survey of several experienced farriers indicates that across disciplines, more common injuries such as sore feet and abscesses are the culprits that farriers most often have to deal with.
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Reach Your Full Potential Through Continuing Education

Commitment, consistency and accountability will help you achieve your goals in improving your skill and knowledge as a farrier

By Jacob Butler CJF, AWCF posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Education

I believe it is a tragedy if farriers don’t continue to learn. I am grateful that I have recognized that one’s skill level can and must continually improve — especially when I look back over my own difficult experience. Yet, there are no defined or required policies for established farriers to continue their education.
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Clear Up Interference

Here’s how to keep a horse from getting in its own way

By Ron Perszewski posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Shoe horses long enough, particularly performance horses, and you’ll eventually run into a problem with interference. Two accomplished farriers — Marcus Lybarger of Venice, Fla., who also works in the Chicago area, and Tim Cable, who splits his time between Buffalo, N.Y., and Wellington, Fla. — shared their knowledge to help you meet the challenge.
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Q&A: May/June 2017

What discipline do you find challenges you the most when the horse interferes and why?

May 15, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Lamenesses, Trimming

A: Shoeing Standardbred racehorses that interfere can be the most challenging. The fact that they are moving at the fastest speeds increases the likelihood that any conformational anomalies will result in limb interference, so balancing feet with proper trim and shoes of proper weight is a must.

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Matching the Shoe to the Job

Experienced farriers say the choice should be based on a number of factors, many of which have nothing to do with the shoe itself

By Pat Tearney posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Equipment, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

There is no shortage of horseshoes, in size, style or material. It will take no more than a few minutes inside a well-stocked supply store to convince anyone of that. Jeff Ridley, a farrier from Leighton, Iowa, recently was struck by that fact during a clinic at Anvil Brand’s headquarters in Lexington, Ill. The clinician was Shayne Carter of West Mountain, Utah.
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Shoptalk: Congressmen Introduce Rival Horse Protection Bills

May 15, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Lamenesses

Competing bills that aim to amend the Horse Protection Act (HPA) have been introduced in the 115th Congress. The bills introduced by Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tenn., and Rep. Ted Yoho, R-Fla., are distinctly different, yet are familiar.
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Treatment For Dealing With Penetrating Injuries

Iowa State University veterinarian and farrier discuss the street nail procedure as treatment and their roles in helping horses recover from this trauma

By Jeremy McGovern posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Whether you are a farrier or veterinarian, a penetrating injury of the foot won’t be a daily occurrence in your practice. Dane Tatarniuk, a veterinary surgeon at Iowa State University (ISU) College of Veterinary Medicine, reminds farriers and veterinarians to be prepared and knowledgeable about this trauma because, at some point, it will happen and you’ll be called on in your role to aid in the animal’s recovery.
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Histologic Characterization of the Laminar Interface at the Crena Marginis Solearis in Horses

Farrier’s research examines the microscopic anatomy of the laminar interface at the distal margin of the distal phalanx of equine forefeet with the presence of a crena marginis solearis

By Travis Burns posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

The horse’s distal phalanx is attached to the inside of the hoof capsule by interdigitating dermal (from the distal phalanx) and epidermal lamellae (from the hoof). This connection is commonly referred to as the laminar interface.
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Attention to Details Are Key When Gluing Polyurethane Shoes

Massachusetts farrier shares strategies for applying these solutions

By Jeff Cota posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Education, Equipment

Glue-on shoes are effective tools for any farrier’s shoeing box — provided you properly prepare for the application and follow the precise directions.
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Be Part Of The Farriers Spotlight

We’re looking for more pictures and stories of our favorite hard workers for the 19th annual National Farriers Week

May 15, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Shoeing

Farriers work hard year-round to provide quality hoof care for horses worldwide. Although we hope appreciation is shown all year long, each year we set aside a week dedicated to honoring your work. The 19th annual National Farriers Week, sponsored by American Farriers Journal, will take place from July 9-15, 2017.
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Use Your Rig To Boost Your Bottom Line

Farriers share ideas for cutting costs and generating revenue

By Jeff Cota posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Equipment

You work hard to make a living with your farrier rig. Perhaps it’s time to allow your rig to do some of the heavy lifting. There are a number of ways to let your rig shoulder the economic load including charging for your time behind the wheel, advertising and selling products.
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A Different Point Of View

Wisconsin farrier experiments with video to learn more about equine gaits

By Jeff Cota posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Trimming

Thanks to advancing technology, it’s never been easier or more efficient for farriers to utilize video in their hoof-care practice. According to the exclusive 2016 Farrier Business Practices Survey conducted by American Farriers Journal, 54% of farriers use a smartphone to record video in their practice, a 3% increase from the 2014 study.
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Research Journal: May/June 2017

The information, ideas and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.

By Albert Kane posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses

Treating Extensor Process Fractures While many fragments off the extensor process of the coffin bone are not associated with lameness, large fragments that involve the articular surface can cause problems and require treatment.
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Featured Articles

Featured Articles

Are You Considering More Than Feet When You Trim and Shoe?

Understanding deviations will guide you in helping the horse, Hall Of Fame farrier tells Summit attendees

By Michael Wildenstein posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

In modern brain research, scientists say it takes 10,000 hours to become really competent to where your hands and your mind are all working together, where you don’t have to think about every move you make.
Read More

Making His Mark as a Cutting Horse Shoer

Texas farrier Jake Whitman draws from his time as a trainer to keep these athletes going

By Jeff Cota posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

There’s something satisfying about watching a cutting horse doing its job well. The speed, agility and balance of the horse to mirror a cut cow as it desperately tries to return to the safety of its herd is mesmerizing and thrilling all at once.
Read More

Histologic Characterization of the Laminar Interface at the Crena Marginis Solearis in Horses

Farrier’s research examines the microscopic anatomy of the laminar interface at the distal margin of the distal phalanx of equine forefeet with the presence of a crena marginis solearis

By Travis Burns posted on May 15, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

The horse’s distal phalanx is attached to the inside of the hoof capsule by interdigitating dermal (from the distal phalanx) and epidermal lamellae (from the hoof). This connection is commonly referred to as the laminar interface.
Read More
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Online Extras
Online Extras
Online Extras: May/June 2017 Issue

May 16, 2017

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Videos of Jake Whitman sharing ideas of how he improves his footcare practice.

Additional insight on Coach's eye, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the flip-flop.

Additional advice on dealing with interference within various disciplines.

More insight on the Iowa State research on street nail procedures.

Download the 2017 National Farriers Week Certificate.

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Digital Options To Improve Your Practice

Farriers offer advice on using technology to expand knowledge for both you and your clients

By Jeff Cota posted on December 5, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Clients, Education, Equipment

They’re everywhere. Every time you turn around, someone’s nose is in a smartphone. In fact, you probably have a holder or two who do little but text, check social media or surf the Internet the entire time you’re under the horse.
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Flip-Flops Gaining Foothold In Show World

New York farrier shares some advantages and disadvantages of the pad

By Jeff Cota posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Flip-flops are the footwear of choice for a great number of people around the world. Now, they are becoming increasingly popular in the equine world, as well.
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Q&A: Challenging Disciplines

May 22, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

What discipline do you find challenges you the most when the horse interferes and why?
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Web-Exclusive Feature

Success With Street Nail Procedure

By Jeremy McGovern posted on May 22, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Education

At the 2017 Iowa State University (ISU) Spring Clinic and Competition, veterinarian Dane Tatarniuk and resident farrier Doug Russo discussed the street nail procedure (navicular bursotomy procedure) and the role of farriery for the horse post surgery.
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