Wisconsin Hoofcare Essentials Clinic
Date: 10/01/16
Location: Burlington, WI
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A common scenario is for a new horse to show up on your mat with instructions to "just shoe it." Very often that horse does not come with a shoeing or soundness history, but does arrive with the assumption from the person paying the bill that there are no foot problems.
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American Farriers Journal
American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
Shoeing For A Living: A FIERCE Passion For Helping Horses
Photographing Your Work As A Farrier: Help Or Hindrance?
Keep Sport Horses On Solid Footing
Farrier Tips
- Gain More Control Of The Foot While Trimming Minis
- Focus For Better Grinding
- Keep The Foot Dry To Maximize Success With Adhesives
- Choose The Correct Glove When Forging
- How To Make Your Own Copper Shoes
Farrier Videos
Farrier Quick Takes (Robbie Hunziker): The Importance of Belt Grits
Tampa, Fla., farrier Robbie Hunziker or Hurricane Forge explains the importance of belt grits.
Farrier Quick Takes (Robbie Hunziker): Modifying Your Knife
Tampa, Fla., farrier Robbie Hunziker of Hurricane Forge explains why you shouldn't be afraid to modify your hoof knife.
Farrier Quick Takes (Travis Burns): New Shop At Virginia-Maryland College Of Veterinary Medicine
Travis Burns is the chief of farrier services at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. In this video he talks about the new shop at the college.
Farrier Quick Takes (Travis Burns): Farrier-Veterinarian Relationships
Travis Burns is the chief of farrier services at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. In this video he talks about the relationship between farriers and veterinarians.
Hoof Nutrition Intelligence
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How important are adding various supplements to my horse’s daily ration?
The Kentucky Equine Research staff discusses the importance of adding supplements to a horse's daily ration. -
How do I know when I need to be adding biotin to my horse's diet for improved hoof quality and growth?
Don Kapper discusses when to add biotin to an equine's diet to improve hoof quality and growth. -
While nutrition is critical for growing a quality hoof, isn’t the water content of the hoof also important?
Kate Hore Rnutr talks about the importance of water content in quality hoof growth. -
What role does insulin resistance have in terms of laminitis concerns?
Kathleen Crandell discusses the role of insulin resistance in laminitis.
From the Desk of AFJ
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More Time To Say Your Word On Horse Protection
When the United States Department of Agriculture announced the proposed changes to the Horse Protection Act in July 2016, the general equine industry rejoiced. “Finally,” they thought, “a real effort to end soring.” After all, attempted legislation against soring died in the past by being stalled in the sausage mill of Washington, D.C. -
USDA Clear As Mud On Horse Protection Changes
The farrier industry received a harsh reminder of this axiom while wading through the substantial changes that were recently proposed by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service as a means to end soring. -
Proposed Horse Protection Act Changes Could Hurt Farriers More Than Help Horses
I attended Catholic grade school when corporal punishment inflicted by nuns was still permitted. Throughout my time in kindergarten to grade 8, there was one particular nun whose apparent fondness for punishment made her stand out from the rest. She had tactics that would make an Abu Gharib prison guard blush. -
Helping Save A Draft Horse Breed
A few weeks ago, I learned Karene Topp had passed away. She had served for more than 4 decades as secretary/treasurer of the American Cream Draft Horse Association.
Online Hoof-Care Classrooms
Improve Your Efficiency And Effectiveness With Hand Tools
Sponsored by: G.E. Forge & Tool
Tool expert Josh Garner from G.E. Forge & Tool shares quick and easy tips on maintenance, usage and modifications that will result in longer lives and better practices with the tools you use every day. [To view any of our webinar replays, you must be logged in with free user account.]
Mistakes To Avoid When Using Hoof Boots
Sponsored by: EasyCare
Parkersburg, Pa., farrier and owner of Daisy Haven Farm, Daisy Bicking, shares experience-tested ideas that you can implement into your footcare work for avoiding and overcoming common mistakes in the selection and application of hoof boots. [To view any of our webinar replays, you must be logged in with free user account.]
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SmartPak
From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
KineticVet
KineticVet is a privately owned animal healthcare and supplement manufacturer headquartered in Lexington, KY. Founded by practicing veterinarians in 1999, the company develops and markets researched and clinically-tested equine and companion animal products, primarily focusing on the many benefits of Sodium Hyaluronate.
Vettec
Vettec has been manufacturing and distributing the highest level of horse hoof care products worldwide for over 15 years. Vettec’s extensive line of hoof-related materials allow your hoof-care professional to complete hoof repairs and glue on shoes with Adhere, urethane adhesive, as well as create instant horse shoes and foal extensions with Super Fast, equi-thane adhesive.
Dormosedan Gel by Zoetis
Zoetis (zo-EH-tis) is the leading animal health company, dedicated to supporting the equine industry. We discover, develop, manufacture and market veterinary vaccines, dewormers and pharmaceuticals, such as WEST NILE-INNOVATOR®, FLUVAC INNOVATOR® and QUEST® PLUS (moxidectin/praziquantel) Gel.
Product Roundups
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Rasps, Knives & Hand Tools Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest rasps, knives and hand tools from some of the industry's leading suppliers. -
Pads & Packing Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest pads and packing products from some of the industry's leading suppliers. -
Hoof, Joint Supplements & Feed Product Roundup 2016
Check out the latest hoof, joint supplements and feed products from some of the industry's leading suppliers.
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Top Tips To Improve Your Farrier Practice Today
Glean handy and highly practical advice from top hoof-care professionals you can put to immediate use. You'll find tips for maximizing the life of your tools, best practice guidelines for dealing with laminitis, proven strategies for finding and keeping the right clients, pearls of wisdom from veteran hoof-care professionals and so many more!
Scientific Horseshoeing
This special hard cover reprint of a rare edition of Ohio farrier and Professor William Russell's Scientific Horseshoeing is rooted in practical knowledge and careful study of anatomy. You'll find that the book remains astonishingly applicable to many of today's toughest footcare challenges, providing practical solutions for hundreds of hoof-care concerns in 384 pages containing over 600 detailed illustrations.
Hoof-Care Anatomy Made Simple Set
These four great resources provide you with a solid anatomical foundation critical for effective equine footcare. This package delivers a deeper understanding of how your trim and shoes will affect the inner structure of the hoof including the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments.
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