This special report from American Farriers Journal offers an intimate look at the career of  International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame Randy Luikart. Celebrate his six decades of hoof-care wisdom with AFJ articles ranging from soft tissue mechanics, tool maintenance and, of course, physics.

The American Farriers Journal Horseshoe Guide, Vol. 2 provides a comprehensive overview of the many types of horseshoes on the market today. This special report explores modern materials, evolving styles and practical applications, helping you better understand which options are best suited for specific needs and conditions.

In this in-depth special report from American Farriers Journal, respected farriers Laura Gillespie, CJF, APF-I, of Athens, Ala., and Mike Hayward, APF-I, of San Jose, Calif., walk you through a wide range of shoeing applications. They break down multiple approaches, techniques and decision-making strategies to help you achieve the best possible outcome for each horse.

Gain expert insight into the unique hoof-care demands of road horses with American Farriers Journal’s latest special report, “Shoeing the Road Horse.” Featuring guidance from respected farriers LaVerne Mast, Reuben Miller, CJF, APF-I, and International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Steve Kraus, this report delivers practical, real-world strategies to help improve performance, balance and soundness.

This 38 page report will guide you through the importance of learning and developing horsemanship, making the farriery process easier, safer, and more enjoyable. This report will provide you with basic horsemanship skills that are crucial for avoiding horse and human injury, as well as becoming a successful farrier. 

You'll find a wide variety of useful information including:

• Why you can’t hurry horsemanship

• How good rapport and good horses go hand-in-hand

• The importance of being able to “read” a horse and understanding the body language

• Why not all “bad” horses are bad

• The importance of patience

• Advice on how to deal with soft hearted clients and their spoiled horses

Michael Steward has had tremendous success treating laminitis as well as other lameness issues with his system of wooden shoes. In this presentation, Steward shares the science behind the success of this cost-effective treatment.  (Total Run Time: 1 hour, 7 minutes; File size: 54 Megabytes)

Esco Buff, who holds a Ph.D in business administration, has developed a simple, practical approach to the farrier business that you don't need an advanced degree to understand. You'll leave this session with many new ideas for building a solid foundation for your hoof-care business. (Total Run Time: 1 hour, 3 minutes; File size: 51 Megabytes)

Jam-packed with valuable checklists for horse owners and farriers alike, this report features 26 usable checklists on all aspects of hoof care and shoeing horses. A practical tool for any horse-owner serious about hoof care and a must-have reference for the professional farrier.

This equine veterinarian and veteran leads the reader through all of the critical aspects of proper hoof balance and examines its importance to both the rider and the horse. Included are discussions of geometric balance, dynamic hoof balance, natural balance, the four-point trim, the hairline idea of balance, Duckett's dot and diagonal balance.