December 2009

Summit Sneak Preview
The 2010 International Hoof-Care Summit features lectures by top vets, roundtables hosted by leading shoers and hours of access to suppliers.

A P3 Displacement Tool
The W shoe is an easy-to-make device that provides support and protects hoof-wall dynamics and internal structures.
By Randy S. Luikart

Dealing With Club Feet
Farrier-veterinarian Hans Castelijns shares methods he’s used to correct and manage mismatched feet.
By Pat Tearney

Horseshoeing History Made
Eleven farriers participate in the first Worshipful Company of Farriers exam held outside of the United Kingdom.
By Jeremy McGovern

Dedicated To Fighting Laminitis
Fifth International Equine Conference On Laminitis And Diseases Of The Foot delves into many areas and therapies.
By Red Renchin

For The Good Of The Horsey
Ohio farrier Dean Moshier keeps a sense of wonder and appreciation that he’s making a living working with the animals he loves.
By Pat Tearney

Your Hoof-Care Web Site’s Design
Even if you aren’t computer savvy, you can still influence your hoof-care site’s design.
By Jeremy McGovern

Refurbishing Your Riveted Tools
Rebuilding your tools can increase their reliability and save you money.
By Jeremy McGovern

Booting Up Footcare Options
Farriers are finding boots offer benefits other than just with barefoot horses.
By Frank Lessiter

Feeding The Easy Keeper
Here’s how your hoof-care clients can feed these horses.
By Karen Briggs

Reaching The Winner’s Circle
Farriers share advice on trimming and shoeing racehorses.
By Heather Smith Thomas

Use Heart Bars To Fight Laminitis
Forget chemical pain relievers when it comes to treating laminitis cases.
By George Platt, DVM

Instant Shoes
Molding a flexible shoe allows a farrier to build a custom shoe in just minutes.
By Frank Lessiter

DEPARTMENTS

• Frankly Speaking
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• Letterbox
• Hoof-Care Bottom Line
• Farriers' Roundtable
• Shop Talk
• Online Forum
• Product Preview
• Local Spotlight
• Events
• Classifieds
• Index To Advertisers
• Research Journal

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