April 2019

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Frankly Speaking: The Legacy of Change

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 5, 2019

In this issue, we celebrate the legacy of Hall of Fame farrier John Marino, who passed away in March 2019. As you can see in the article on Page 44, he had a tremendous impact on the farriers who knew him. He had a lengthy horseshoeing career that took him from the East Coast to the Lone Star State.
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Briefings: April 2019

April 5, 2019

Multiple Endocrinopathies Contribute to Specific Type of Laminitis, Study Finds Researchers have been focusing on certain factors that contribute to endocrinopathic laminitis (EL). As it turns out, horses and ponies that have more than one endocrinopathy occurring at the same time may create the perfect environment for more severe lamenesses.
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What's This? Shoeing in the Kitchen

April 5, 2019

When someone says they found a horseshoe in the kitchen, they’re usually referring to a decorative piece. This horseshoe was found while renovators were redoing the plumbing of the Old Jailhouse restaurant in Sanford, Fla.
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Reader Commentary: April 2019

April 6, 2019 | Posted in Education, Diseases, Lamenesses

Severe Equine Tendon Injuries Don’t Have to be Fatal

Casting, hoof stand cradle are critical to providing fetlock support

By Brent Barrett posted on April 6, 2019 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

“Spook Wizzed on Me” — also known as Spook — is a 2-year-old Quarter Horse stallion that sustained a life-threatening injury on Aug. 31, 2018. He was startled while being led in from turnout, went backward and ran into an electric box for an RV hookup. He lacerated his right hind digital flexor tendons.
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3 Methods for Patching Hoof Wall

New York farrier details his successful strategies for repairing voids

By Jeff Cota posted on April 6, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Therapeutic Shoeing

The hoof capsule is a remarkable structure. It’s designed to absorb and dissipate energy, among many other tasks. When there’s a void or the hoof capsule is not working properly, its ability to function correctly is compromised.
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Remembering John Marino

The influential farrier leaves a legacy of innovation and building camaraderie among colleagues

April 7, 2019 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member John Marino of Lufkin, Texas, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019. He was 84.
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Nutritional Imbalances Affect Hoof Quality

Understanding potential problems can head off or correct foot troubles

By Ron Perszewski posted on April 7, 2019 | Posted in Nutrition

Nutritional imbalances can harm hoof growth and quality, and it’s not just nutritional deficiencies that can cause problems, Mike Barker warns.
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Horses Benefit From Frog and Sole Support

Pour pads can provide the necessary help for a variety of issues

By Heather Smith Thomas posted on April 7, 2019 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

It’s often said that the horseshoe provides protection for the trim and the equine foot. Yet, there are times when horses need a little bit more support, particularly for the frog and sole.
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How to Build a Tool to Secure A Horseshoe on Your Anvil

University of California, Davis farrier demonstrates how a piece of rebar can make fullering an easier task

By Shane Westman posted on April 9, 2019 | Posted in Clients

Thanks to technology and the personal connections that the internet provides, we can share and learn almost anywhere and anytime from peers all around the world.
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ELPO Hoof Mapping Method Helps Farriers Trim Feet Better

Process assists in identifying critical internal structures during hoof care

By Ron Perszewski posted on April 9, 2019 | Posted in Trimming

As director of education of the Equine Lameness Prevention Organization (ELPO), Steve Foxworth is a strong advocate of the organization’s hoof mapping method. The Loveland, Colo., farrier believes the approach can help farriers recognize hoof distortions while being aware of the tip of P3 and the center of the coffin joint.
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Manage Leverage to Treat Lameness

Colorado farrier continues his research and development of unconventional therapeutic shoes

By Ron Perszewski posted on April 10, 2019 | Posted in Lamenesses

Drawing on 60 years of experience, master farrier Gene Ovnicek says he and other horseshoers are finally reaching a point where they can help prevent lameness with advanced hoof mapping, reduced ground surface and his newest development, the Freedom Shoe.
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When and How to Rocker and Roll Toes in Horseshoes

Adjusting breakover can help ease stress on the limb by bringing it back into mechanical function

By Jeff Ridley posted on April 10, 2019 | Posted in Forging

Breakover occurs as the heels of a horse’s foot start to leave the ground. Farriers can alter the timing in which breakover occurs by changing the location and the manner in which a horse breaks over the toe area of the hoof capsule.
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Improve Your Skills for Horseshoeing Contests

Chris and Cody Gregory offer practical advice that farriers can implement in their everyday work

By Jeff Cota posted on April 10, 2019 | Posted in Forging, Shoeing, Trimming

With two major contests — the World Horseshoeing Classic and the National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition — wrapped up, and the World Championship Blacksmiths about to kick off its 2019 slate, farriers are gearing up for another contest season.
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How Does Your Practice Compare?

See how your business measures up with other farriers

April 11, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Equipment, Nutrition

At each year’s International Hoof-Care Summit, attendees are asked to fill out surveys to help American Farriers Journal staff learn more about farrier wants and needs.
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The Results from the 2019 World Horseshoeing Classic

The Scotland-based team emerges from the field of 16 after displaying consistent quality work through the 3-day competition

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 11, 2019 | Posted in Forging

In its 10th year, the World Horseshoeing Classic brought top competitors from around the globe to Richmond, Ky., for this team competition. On March 2, Team Mustad grew its lead from the second day to take home the championship at the World Horseshoeing Class by besting 15 other teams after the 3 days of competition.
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Shop Talk: April 2019

April 11, 2019

AFA Takes Over Tulsa The American Farrier’s Association (AFA) held its 48th annual convention “Your Ultimate Road Trip,” in Tulsa, Okla. The convention reflected on the farriers who couldn’t attend with the unveiling of “The Silent Anvil” memorial created by Tom Willoughby, conceived by Dick Fanguy, Chuck Milne and Eric Nygaard. The convention also featured a lively auction, competition and camaraderie between the attendees.
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Research Journal: April 2019

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 April 12, 2019 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses

Computer Tomography for Removal of Keratomas Clinicians at the University of California, Davis veterinary teaching hospital described the use of computer tomography (CT) for the diagnosis and presurgical planning of treatment for hoof wall keratomas in 29 horses and three mules from 2005 through 2016.
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Severe Equine Tendon Injuries Don’t Have to be Fatal

Casting, hoof stand cradle are critical to providing fetlock support

By Brent Barrett posted on April 6, 2019 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

“Spook Wizzed on Me” — also known as Spook — is a 2-year-old Quarter Horse stallion that sustained a life-threatening injury on Aug. 31, 2018. He was startled while being led in from turnout, went backward and ran into an electric box for an RV hookup. He lacerated his right hind digital flexor tendons.
Read More

3 Methods for Patching Hoof Wall

New York farrier details his successful strategies for repairing voids

By Jeff Cota posted on April 6, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Therapeutic Shoeing

The hoof capsule is a remarkable structure. It’s designed to absorb and dissipate energy, among many other tasks. When there’s a void or the hoof capsule is not working properly, its ability to function correctly is compromised.
Read More

Remembering John Marino

The influential farrier leaves a legacy of innovation and building camaraderie among colleagues

April 7, 2019 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member John Marino of Lufkin, Texas, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019. He was 84.
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April 5, 2019

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Online Extras: April 2019

April 8, 2019

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Watch Gary Werner demonstrate the hoof wall patching methods that he shared at the 48th annual American Farrier’s Association Convention.

Learn more about the equine toe mechanics and farriers’ thoughts about backing up the toe.

Follow along with Steve Foxworth on a day of “Shoeing For A Living” in Colorado.

Watch Chris and Cody Gregory demonstrate some trimming and forging tips that you can incorporate in your practice.

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