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January/February 2011
Volume: 37
Edition: 1
American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
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Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents
Study Looks at Proportions of the Equine Forefoot
Researchers find “normal” foot form is better viewed as a range than a firmly fixed modelRead MoreFarriers' Roundtable
I have a client with a large barn who shoes halter horses. The client wants wedge pads on her yearlings, which I don’t agree with. What’s the best way to tell her no?Read More
Shoeing For A LivingStaying Humble And Sharing Knowledge
Dean Johanningmeier has two passions in footcare: therapeutic work and passing on what he has learnedRead MoreThe Hoof-Care Bottom LineGetting the New Year Off on the Right Foot
Take the time to put together goals for the next 12 months and find someone to hold you accountable for striving to reach themRead More
Therapeutic ShoeingProper Planning, Teamwork Play Big Role
Advancements in materials and techniques offer hope for serious injuries, but place premium on continuing hoof-care educationRead More
Nutrient StrategiesExcessive Nutrients Spell Trouble
Can hoof problems be caused by the over use of supplements?Read MoreHoof TestersA Valuable Diagnostic Tool When Properly Used
Practice will help you learn to localize pain without causing the horse too much additional discomfortRead MoreVet's CornerFarrier, Vet Teamwork Critical with Foot Surgeries
Most of these cases require both the veterinarian and farrier to achieve optimal resultsRead More
Tackling Ringbone
This owner shares a detailed case history on an aggressive 3-year program with an older horse that indicates the complexity of dealing with these situationsRead More
Local Association SpotlightCalgary Mail-In Presents
A pair of roadsters is at the center of the 2011 exerciseRead More
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