Georgia Professional Farriers Assn. Clinic
Date: 06/06/20
Location: Cumming, GA
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Even living in rural Iowa, our lives have certainly been affected by the recent COVID-19 outbreak, but perhaps not to the extent of areas where populations are much denser. Our schools are closed, as are many businesses; however, Iowa is not under a stay-at-home order — at least not as I write this in early April.
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American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
Equine Reciprocating Systems: New Parts and Novel Attachments
Patching Hoof Wall Cracks with Composite Materials
Shoeing During a Pandemic
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May/June 2020 Issue Preview: Patching Hoof Wall Cracks
Travis Burns, the associate professor of practice and chief of farrier practice at the Virginia-Maryland College of veterinary Medicine discusses his research in patching materials for hoof wall cracks.
Fullering Horseshoes
Social Circle, Ga., farrier Lucas Gilleland and Fairhope, Ala., farrier Daniel Jones demonstrate how to fuller a horseshoe to American Farrier’s Association certification standards.
How To: Forging a Front Shoe with Billy Crothers
Hall of Fame farrier Billy Crothers demonstrates how to build a front pattern concave shoe at the Indiana Farriers Association Clinic that took place at Janssen Veterinary Clinic in Sheridan, Ind. The exercise is useful not only to create easy-to-alter shoes for inventory, but to practice and gain confidence with forging skills.
How To: Forging a Hind Shoe with Billy Crothers
Hall of Fame farrier Billy Crothers demonstrates how to build a hind pattern concave shoe at the Indiana Farriers Association Clinic that took place at Janssen Veterinary Clinic in Sheridan, Ind. The exercise is useful not only to create easy-to-alter shoes for inventory, but to practice and gain confidence with forging skills.
Hoof Nutrition Intelligence
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Will Supplements Contain Enough Zinc to Provide for Good Hoof Health?
Zinc is present in a high concentration level in normal hoof tissue (equal to 137 ppm in one study) and is critical for a variety of functions. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx. -
How Important is Selenium in Terms of Hoof Quality?
There are no known definitive studies that have linked a deficiency of selenium with poor hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx. -
How Can I Reduce the Risks of Springtime Laminitis?
In many parts of the country, dormant winter forages will soon transition to lush, green grass. As seasons change, forage growth accelerates and the ingestion of fructan-rich grasses increases. Owners can take steps to ensure a seamless changeover in forage consumption. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx. -
What Role do Fatty Acids Provide in Developing High Quality Hooves?
Essential fatty acids are necessary for a healthy, shiny coat, along with a “waterproofing” and pliability of the healthy hoof. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
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Follow the 'Golden Rule' When Setting Your Footcare Prices
When it comes to setting prices, everyone has a different approach. Advertising copywriter and marketing consultant Bob Bly follows the golden rule that says you should do unto others as you want others to do unto you. What hoof-care pricing structure do you follow? -
Chicago Carriage Horse Foes’ Claims Ring Hollow
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Are Farriers Essential in a Time of Pandemic Crisis?
The current impact of the COVID-19 virus on your farrier practice should have you asking whether you are prepared for this pandemic and how you are going to prepare yourself going forward with the ever-increasing measures being taken to curb the spread of the virus. What countermeasures, if any, should we take as farriers? How will this pandemic affect our daily business? -
Farriery Doesn’t Have to be a Tug of War
The International Hoof-Care Summit recently concluded, and I have a question. Why do you go to the mid-winter farrier conference? I think the typical response is going to be that "I came for continuing education." That's what we did. We all came here for continuing education. But what are you continuing?
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A Conversation with Dave Farley
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Pennwoods Equine, Executive Editor Jeremy McGovern is joined by farrier Dave Farley who shares business advices that has helped him improve client retention and better communicate with clients in his practice.
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Farrier Industry Innovators
On behalf of the American Farriers Journal team, we’re pleased to bring you the 2019 Farrier Industry Innovators — a unique guide that highlights the people and stories behind the companies that provide innovative solutions for the hoof care problems of today and tomorrow.
Product Roundups
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Pads and Pad/Packing Material Product Roundup 2020
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Hoof, Joint Supplements & Feed Product Roundup 2020
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Thrush, Anti-Fungal Treatments & Insect Control Product Roundup 2020
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2019 Farrier Business Practices Report
This annual report is your personal guide for monitoring the trends and economic changes affecting the farrier industry. You’ll gain insight into the equine industry and discover how your farrier business compares to others by getting a glimpse at yearly farrier income growth, what farriers are charging, how farriers are funding retirement, where they are obtaining footcare product information, and much more!
Special Report for Equine Veterinarians
It requires a team to care for the horse. This special 34-page report is your guide for building better working relationships with farriers for the health of the horse. In this report for equine veterinarians, gain insight about the farrier industry and helpful advice from equine veterinarians on how they start and maintain strong working relationships with farriers.
Hall Of Fame Farrier Tips - Volume 4
The latest edition of Hall of Fame Farrier Tips features a plethora of valuable advice from respected veteran members of the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame. Each was interviewed on various topics they thought every farrier should know; such as how to find hoof-care business success, steps for effectively shoeing horses, bridging the communication gap between veterinarians and farriers, and much more!
Red Flags For Farriers
This incredibly detailed 62-page report features detailed information on a variety of areas that hoof-care professionals have reported as impediments to the success of their business, challenges in their everyday hoof-care work and threats to the health of their horses’ feet. From posture problems to recognizing when to fire a client, this report will provide you with tips and advice to get your hands around minor issues early, before they escalate into major ones.