In This Issue Of American Farriers Journal
September/October 2010
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A Day With A Clinician
Farrier Product Distribution gives farrier a chance to experience shoeing in
Wellington and learn from a Hall Of Famer. By Pat Tearney
A Balanced Approach In Oregon
Mark Voorhis bases his shoeing on horsemanship, well-honed skills and a keen sense of observation. By Pat Tearney
Shoeing Effect On The Stance
Study finds new rolled-toe shoe model improves breakover smoothness, lessens impact and loading. By Meike van Heel
Remodeling With Heart Bars
Pennsylvania farrier uses the shoe to keep competitive hunters and jumpers at work and in competition. By Pat Tearney
Feeding To Avoid Laminitis
How does proper nutrition help a metabolically challenged horse avoid laminitis? By Joe D. Pagan
Enhancing The Performance Of Hunters And Jumpers
Shoers are a key part of the team that helps these equine athletes attain their peak. By Red Renchin
Forging Contest Winners
Participants in this year’s Calgary Mail-In Forging Exercise further developed their talents by making bolt tongs rather than shoes. By Frank Lessiter
Preparing For Winter
How does the season change shoers’ approaches to their practices?
Remembering Jack Miller
Colleagues recall how the Hall Of Fame farrier influenced the entire shoeing industry.
Farriery And The iPad
Two tech-savvy shoers see new possibilities for fellow farriers with the iPad. By Jesse Koehler
What Makes Farrier Happy?
Besides being able to earn a good living, there are many rewards for shoers. By Frank Lessiter
Forge Welding Made Easy
Making a successful forge weld boils down to three key points. By Russell Colvin
Advice For New Shoers
Insight on succeeding as a horseshoer from the archives of American Farriers Journal.
Horse’s Breeding Career Saved
Team effort solves solved a painful coffin bone rotation concern. By James H. Lee, James LaClaire and Janice M. LeCocq
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