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March 2017

Volume: 43
Edition: 2

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

  • Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents

    Letterbox: March 2017

    March 6, 2017 | Posted in Shoeing

    Opinion On Moving Ahead

    As a generalization, it seems that some farriers do not consider it necessary to actually run an efficient, professional business and focus more on the shoemaking side in preference to the part that actually keeps you and the horse safe and makes you money.


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    Taking The Time With Each Horse

    Decades into his farrier career, Drew Golden still looks for every opportunity to learn from the horse
    By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds
    When he was a young man, being a farrier wasn’t on Drew Golden’s radar. Born on Long Island, N.Y., he didn’t even have much interaction with horses. Instead, his passion rested elsewhere. Golden was an accomplished musician, studying the subject and playing saxophone in bands. He still plays in a band today, making the time between a busy work schedule and family time.
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    Attendees Applaud “Outstanding” Summit

    Footcare professionals soak up 4 days of “inspiring” education
    March 6, 2017 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming
    A record number of equine footcare professionals took part in the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit to hear, “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought.” Attendees of this winter’s Summit were treated to a wealth of information from some of the most knowledgeable hoof-care experts in the world. Over 4 days in late January, they had the opportunity to take part in:
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    IHCS 2017 PHOTO ALBUM

    Record crowd treated to “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought”
    March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education
    Another record turnout descended upon Cincinnati, Ohio, for “Trusted Practices, Innovative Thought” at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.
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    Guarding Against Springtime Laminitis

    Educating clients and being vigilant for early warning signs can head off this potentially deadly malady
    By Pat Tearney posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition
    Bright green grass is one of the signs of spring, but all that green is also a red flag for hoof-care professionals. It means it’s time to remind your clients of an increased danger of certain forms of laminitis, as well as keeping an eye peeled for the early warning signs of the disease.
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    Get A Leg Up On Common Foot Woes

    Hoof-care professionals share strategies to prevent and stop thrush and white line disease
    By Audrey Pavia posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases
    One of the consequences of domestic life for horses is hoof disease. Diet and heredity, along with confinement, contribute to certain serious conditions of the hoof.
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    9 For the Ages

    Six farriers and three veterinarians were elected to their respective Halls Of Fame at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit.
    By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education
    Nine individuals were honored for outstanding careers in hoof care during the Hall Of Fame induction ceremonies at the 14th annual International Hoof-Care Summit.
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    Farriers Recognized As Future Footcare Leaders

    Three farriers were honored at the 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit for making remarkable progress in their footcare careers just 3 years out of shoeing school.
    By Amy Johnson posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Education
    In 2009, American Farriers Journal joined six industry suppliers to create the Rising Shoeing Star award to be given out each year at the International Hoof-Care Summit. This award is presented to three farriers who have made incredible professional progress within 3 years of graduation from farrier school.
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    5 Key Points Help Clear Up Radiographs for Farriers

    North Carolina vet finds these tips improve understanding and communication
    By Jeff Cota posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Education, Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

    When a veterinarian sends you a digital radiograph, what should you be focusing your attention on?

    After 29 years in equine practice, Mocksville, N.C., equine veterinarian Jim Meeker has found that there are five key parameters that farriers should be looking for on a radiograph:


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    Balance and the Basics

    Farrier Shayne Carter highlights several cases from his work to remind farriers it usually comes down to the basics
    By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Trimming
    Payson, Utah, farrier Shayne Carter first delivered his presentation “What Is Balance?” at the 2005 American Farrier’s Association Convention. Those who see this presentation today are rewarded with 11 years of additional experience that the Hall Of Fame farrier has augmented this lecture with.
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    Research Journal: March 2017

    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 March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases

    Resveratrol For Bone Spavin

    Resveratrol, a natural substance found in grape skins and other plants, is thought to have anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.


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  • Featured Articles

    Featured Articles

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    Taking The Time With Each Horse

    Decades into his farrier career, Drew Golden still looks for every opportunity to learn from the horse
    By Jeremy McGovern posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds
    When he was a young man, being a farrier wasn’t on Drew Golden’s radar. Born on Long Island, N.Y., he didn’t even have much interaction with horses. Instead, his passion rested elsewhere. Golden was an accomplished musician, studying the subject and playing saxophone in bands. He still plays in a band today, making the time between a busy work schedule and family time.
    Read More
    021_Cornell_JC_1115.jpg

    Get A Leg Up On Common Foot Woes

    Hoof-care professionals share strategies to prevent and stop thrush and white line disease
    By Audrey Pavia posted on March 6, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases
    One of the consequences of domestic life for horses is hoof disease. Diet and heredity, along with confinement, contribute to certain serious conditions of the hoof.
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  • Digital Edition

    Digital Edition

  • Online Extras

    Online Extras

    Online Extras: March 2017 Issue

    March 7, 2017

    Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

    • Read about Matty Spinelli's use of a "hammer hand" when shoeing.
    • View more photos from the 2017 IHCS.
    • Read more on the role of cryotherapy in preventing and managing laminitis.
    • Listen to two humorous stories from HOF inductee Gunner Gatski's career.
    • Gain insight from Shayne Carter on shoeing the forefeet.
    • Read AFJ's coverage of soring.

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    Matty Spinelli: Farrier with a Hammer Hand

    Florida shoer lost his hand more than 60 years ago, but he never stopped shoeing horses
    By Red Renchin posted on March 1, 2013 | Posted in Forging
    The stories of farrier courage, persistence and dedication are the stuff of legend. The desire to finish what is started transcends broken bones, failed muscles and severed blood vessels. Fortunately, most of these calamities have to be endured for only a short period.
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    Gunner Gatski's 2017 International Halls Of Fame Acceptance Speech

    March 3, 2017 | Posted in Shoeing
    Lebanon, Ohio, farrier Gunner Gatski entertained 2017 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees during his acceptance speech for the International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame by sharing stories of his run in with "the prized Polish chicken" and how he "almost became famous for nailing on golden shoes."
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    Disgraceful Practice Continues

    Illegal or not, some still resort to this abusive and unethical method to enhance gaited horse animation and gain an edge in the show ring
    By Frank Lessiter posted on July 1, 2008 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

    The Horse Industry Organization (HIO) operating plan contract for the 14 certified groups states, “A pressure shoeing violation shall be defined as soring, trimming or engaging in any practice the result of which causes the inducement of pain in the sole of the foot.”


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    Pressure Mounts To End Soring

    Some members of the Tennessee Walking Horse industry maintain only a few bad apples are involved, but for others, soring is still a major concern
    By Frank Lessiter posted on September 1, 2008 | Posted in Education
    Many in the Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH) industry maintain less soring and pressure shoeing is taking place than in the past. Others aren’t so sure, citing evidence that indicates that the banned practices are still all too common among high-level horses.
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    Serious Challenges To Ending Soring

    It will take a large amount of additional dollars and more industry and government intervention to solve today’s pressure shoeing and soring concerns
    By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

    While soring has been banned for 38 years under the government’s Horse Protection Act (HPA), Donna Benefield maintains there’s been a lack of desire to bring about needed change.


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    Time To Eliminate Soring

    The use of new technology is going to make it easier to detect soring and pressure shoeing violations during show inspections
    By Frank Lessiter posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Education
    Whether soring is less of a concern than it used to be pretty much depends on whom you are talking with. But many of the folks who maintain that soring and pressure shoeing are still major concerns in the Tennessee Walking Horse (TWH) industry and with several other breeds, readily admit that the practice has gotten much more sophisticated and tougher for inspectors to identify.
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