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April 2022

Volume: 48

Edition: 3

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.

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Frankly Speaking

Good Times or Bad Times, Business Education You Can Count On

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 3, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

For the farrier industry, the surge in equine activity was a business blessing to come out of COVID. While other business segments were negatively affected, the farrier industry largely has experienced a positive impact.
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Briefings: April 2022

April 3, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices

Before You Call It a Day
Take Time to Review Biosecurity
Passing of Farrier Brings Back Memories
Which Fuel Rewards Card is the Best?
Reminder that One Shape Doesn’t Fit All

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What's This? Carry a Spare

April 3, 2022 | Posted in Equipment

In the late 1800s, both state and federal laws emerged to protect animals in the United States. One such law passed in the 1890s required that horse drawn delivery carriages carry a spare horseshoe. In the case of a lost shoe, the driver — hopefully also competent in driving nails, too — could apply the shoe without shaping it.
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Book Review

Shoeing to Win, Memoir of a Master Farrier and Blacksmith

By Leonard Crotts

By Bob Smith posted on April 4, 2022 | Posted in Education

Imagine walking into an old country store and there is a guy sitting around a pot-bellied stove. He looks up and says, “Hello! You must be new here. Whatcha do for a living, son? Horseshoeing? Well son, have a seat and lemme tell ya about horses, horseshoeing and blacksmithing!” This is the essence of Leonard Crotts’ book, Shoeing to Win, Memoir of a Master Farrier and Blacksmith.

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Product Knowledge

Therapeutic Horseshoeing Modifications that Work

New York farrier shares solutions that he uses in his everyday work

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2022 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Many farriers diversify their hoof-care practices across multiple disciplines. The disparity often leads to a variety of shoeing modifications that are incorporated into one’s everyday work, and Doug Corey is no exception.

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Product Knowledge

What Role Does Nutrition Play in Treating Equine Laminitis?

Blood work analyses reveal critical diet deficiencies and excesses in afflicted horses

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Nutrition

Laminitis is a common hoof disease that often recurs, leaving the afflicted horse in debilitating pain. Although the malady can prove fatal, it also can be prevented or managed.

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Therapeutic Shoeing

How to Achieve Benefits of the Onion Horseshoe

Farriers will need time, education and money when making and applying this device

By Laura Gillespie and Mike Hayward posted on April 5, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Safety & Healthcare, Therapeutic Shoeing

Developed in France during the 17th century, the shoe was forged to protect the heel from corns or bruising. However, the French didn’t call them corns. Rather, they were called onions — hence the name of the shoe.
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Veterinarian and Farrier Teamwork: Ultrasound and the Pastern Region

Guidelines for better veterinarian-farrier collaboration on ultrasound diagnostics

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 5, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy

Practicing at Tufts University in Massachusetts, equine veterinarian Kate Chope brings her expertise to the clinic’s ultrasound team. When challenged with understanding what is behind an equine limb injury, ultrasound is a valuable tool that can help the team determine the cause and arrive at a decision to best help the horse.

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Badass Rigs & Trailers

Work Van Blends Needs with Flexibility

Second rig helps farrier with sport horse practice demands

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 5, 2022 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Equipment

Mike Phillips’s original goal wasn’t to outfit his new work van. But after finding out how long he’d have to wait to have a manufacturer build and install the work, the South Salem, N.Y., farrier realized he’d have to do the build to have it ready for the beginning of the 2021 show season.

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In Memoriam

Remembering David Wilson

Hall of Fame farrier made his mark in competition and leadership

April 6, 2022

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member David Wilson, BEM, FWCF, passed away March 7, 2022. He was 85.

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Product Knowledge

Copper-Alloy Horseshoes Offer Nonstop Bacterial Protection

Application reduces ground reaction forces, research finds

By Jeff Cota posted on April 6, 2022 | Posted in Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Bacterial and fungal infections are among the most prevalent hoof-care issues that farriers face. They also can prove frustrating to get under control, particularly when clients fail to follow through with treatment between farrier visits. There is an option that can help — copper.
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Product Knowledge

Hoof Pads Offer Versatile Sole Protection

Application can promote hoof growth, but improper use can cause problems

By Jeff Cota posted on April 6, 2022 | Posted in Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Pads are a versatile and beneficial tool in a farrier’s arsenal. Although they are primarily used for protecting the bottom of the foot, pads can also provide concussion relief and enhance movement.

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Product Knowledge

Tool Coatings Can Boost or Hinder Your Hoof-Care Business

High-quality coatings are a cost-effective way to increase the life and performance of drill bits and taps

By Ryen Carlson posted on April 7, 2022 | Posted in Equipment

One of the more confusing aspects of selecting drill bits and taps is the variety of available coatings since the manufacturers provide little information about the coatings themselves. The issue is further confused by the wide range of quality of coatings of the same type, despite looking similar.

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Is More Biotin Better for Horse Hoof Health?

B-vitamin is critical for hoof function, but it’s not the sole answer

By Richard Godbee posted on April 7, 2022 | Posted in Nutrition

We have all owned “that” horse. You know, the one with poor-quality feet? Often, we have learned the phrase, “no foot, no horse” is very applicable to many of these horses and maintaining their soundness is a big problem.

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Product Usage

When Should Farriers Add Borium?

Here are some considerations from a Standardbred shoer for applying borium

By Steve Stanley posted on April 7, 2022 | Posted in Products

Borium is a hard-facing rod that we weld to horseshoes to extend wear and/or adds traction, depending on how it is used. Borium is applied to the shoe with a torch using a technique called brazing. The rod contains carbide particles in various sizes depending on what size rod one uses.
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Product Knowledge

How to Regrind a Hoof Knife

Minnesota farrier and hoof knife maker Mark Thorkildson shares his process for regrinding a hoof knife

By Mark Thorkildson posted on April 2, 2022 | Posted in Equipment

As the adage goes, “A dull knife is more dangerous than a sharp knife.” Just like any tool in our boxes, a well-made and well-maintained hoof knife will help us at the horse.
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Shop Talk: April 2022

April 2, 2022 | Posted in Clients, Education, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Mike Rowe Works Foundation Offers Scholarship
Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Earmarks $1.6 million for Projects
University of Glasgow Student Develops App to Fight Equine Obesity
Registration Opens for the American Farriers Team Trials

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The Way It Was

Blowin’ Smoke

The introduction of propane forges improved mobility, safety

By David Hazlett CJF posted on April 2, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Equipment, Forging, Safety & Healthcare, Products

For those who have never used a coal forge in their daily work, especially in a mobile practice, there are a few things to know. It takes some time and effort to get a coal forge up to a nice even working heat.

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Research Journal: April 2022

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 1, 2022 | Posted in Education

Evaluating Movement Asymmetries During Prepurchase Exams
Thoroughbred Limbs on Uneven Ground
MRI vs. X-rays for Accurate Hoof Measurements
Novel Leg Wear to Limit Fetlock Extension

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Featured Articles

Featured Articles

Frankly Speaking

Good Times or Bad Times, Business Education You Can Count On

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 3, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

For the farrier industry, the surge in equine activity was a business blessing to come out of COVID. While other business segments were negatively affected, the farrier industry largely has experienced a positive impact.
Read More

Product Knowledge

Therapeutic Horseshoeing Modifications that Work

New York farrier shares solutions that he uses in his everyday work

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2022 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Many farriers diversify their hoof-care practices across multiple disciplines. The disparity often leads to a variety of shoeing modifications that are incorporated into one’s everyday work, and Doug Corey is no exception.

Read More

Badass Rigs & Trailers

Work Van Blends Needs with Flexibility

Second rig helps farrier with sport horse practice demands

By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 5, 2022 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Equipment

Mike Phillips’s original goal wasn’t to outfit his new work van. But after finding out how long he’d have to wait to have a manufacturer build and install the work, the South Salem, N.Y., farrier realized he’d have to do the build to have it ready for the beginning of the 2021 show season.

Read More
Digital Edition

Digital Edition

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April 1, 2022

Now view magazine-like digital flipbooks on your desktop and tablet. Starting in 2015 issues, included for FREE with your Digital or Premium subscription, view the magazine on your laptop, tablet, and mobile device. You need to be logged in to view.

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Online Extras
Online Extras
Online Extras: April 2022

April 8, 2022

Forward Thinking
Gain more insight from Doug Corey
Gain more insight from Laura Gillespie and Mike Hayward
Gain more insight about copper-alloy horseshoes
Gain more insight on Pads
Gain more insight on tools
Gain more insight about how nutrition influences hoof health

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