The Second Annual AAETT Educational Conference
Date: 08/16/18
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The life of one of the most promising racehorses of our time was cut short in 2006 after a long struggle to recover from a shattered fetlock.
Barbaro’s injury at the Preakness Stakes and the New Bolton Center's heroic attempts to save him drew a lot of attention to the question of why so many young performance horses suffer from broken bones and ruptured tendons. Are these kinds of injuries inevitable? Should we give up trying to solve this problem?
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Attend the 16th annual International Hoof-Care Summit, offering unparalleled hoof-care education through highly informational and engaging General Sessions, practical Hoof-Care Classrooms, collaborative Hoof-Care Roundtables, instructional “How-To” Clinics and 10 uninterrupted hours to discover 2019’s newest footcare products at the IHCS Trade Show.
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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.
Beware Of Equine Respiratory Disease Outbreaks
Waging The Battle Against Distortion
Remembering Lee Liles
Farrier Tips
- Compensation Or Conformation?
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- Rule Of Thumb For Shoe Placement
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Farrier Videos
2018 Summit Mail-In Exercise
Craig Trnka builds the bar shoe in the 2018 Summit Mail-In Exercise. VICTORY sponsored this challenge.
Using Copper Sulfate Spray to Address Hoof Issues
New Jersey farrier Bob Pethick and his team show how they use copper sulfate to help manage feet damaged by wetness and environment.
Farrier Quick Takes (Chuck Presnail): Cooling Your Tools
California farrier Chuck Presnail explains the importance of cooling off your tools while forging.
Farrier Quick Takes (Chuck Presnail): Choosing An Anvil
California farrier Chuck Presnail offers some advice on what to look for when buying an anvil for daily shoeing.
Hoof Nutrition Intelligence
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How important is protein quality when it comes to having an impact on hoof growth and hoof quality?
Juliet M. Getty, PhD, independent equine nutritionist, discusses protein quality in a horse’s overall diet. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
I have limited turnout for my backyard horses, so how do I know if they are getting enough vitamin D?
Connie Larson, PhD, equine nutritionist and researcher with Zinpro Corp., discusses the function of Vitamin D in a horse’s body. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
Can feeding supplements help overcome the pasture dermatitis concerns with my mare?
Laura Petroski-Rose, a veterinarian with Kentucky Equine Research, discusses the characteristics, causes and treatment of pastern dermatitis. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
What are the most common concerns in providing key nutrients for improved hoof quality and growth?
Dr. Eleanor Kellon, a staff veterinary specialist for Uckele Health & Nutrition, discusses common nutritional deficiencies that can impact hoof quality and growth. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
From the Desk of AFJ
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Don’t Forget To Protect Yourself
Most farriers complete each day having accomplished what they set out to do — helping horses. Then there are days when things go sideways and the plan goes out the window. -
Don’t Ignore The Financial Concerns Of Therapeutic Shoeing
As farriers we spend a lot of time and financial resources educating ourselves about therapeutic work. Our advanced skills are often left in the truck because of financial constraints of treating a lame horse. -
Farriers Offer Advice For Newcomers
It’s been written in this space time and time and time again that the farrier industry is incredibly generous. As the American Farriers Journal staff wraps up production on the 10th edition of Getting Started In Hoof Care, we’re reminded of its generosity once again. -
What I Wish They’d Taught In Farrier School
A few weeks back, we emailed a single question survey to a number of veteran farriers. We asked them to look back at their farrier school experiences and identify the one thing they wished they’d learned that would have helped their careers and would help new students get started on the right foot.
American Farriers Journal Podcast
A Conversation With Simon Curtis
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by SmartPak, Editor Jeremy McGovern sat down with Newmarket farrier, Dr. Simon Curtis.
The American Farriers Journal Podcast is brought to you by SmartPak.
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Online Hoof-Care Classrooms
Laminitis: Research And Recommendations On Management For Horse Owners And Horse Care Professionals
Sponsored by: Ice Horse
Dr. James Orsini, Director of the Laminitis Institute at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center, presents the latest research and practical approaches to dealing with laminitis — equine’s most dreaded disease.
Guide To Suppliers
This special digital compilation is a resource you can turn to time and again during the year as you evaluate your many choices in our vibrant hoof-care industry. Additional features will continue to be added throughout the year, so check back often to stay up-to-date!
Product Roundups
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Hoof Coatings, Dressings & Wound Care Product Roundup 2018
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Adhesives, Hoof Repair & Glue-On Shoes Product Roundup 2018
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Hoof, Joint Supplements & Feed Product Roundup 2018
Check out the latest hoof, joint supplements and feed from some of the industry's leading suppliers.
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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.
The Horse's of Assateague Island
See the hooves and feet of the wild horses from the Assateague Island National Seashore – a wet environment located along the southern border of Maryland and the northern border of Virginia. Examined in this detailed 24-page photo essay is a collection of 12 wild horses that died of natural causes or accidental death at the hands of humans between 2006 and 2014.
Critical Concerns When Making Traction Decisions
Too much or too little traction can lead to poor performance or even catastrophic injury. This insightful 16-page report explores the positive and negative effects of adding traction devices to shoes so you can avoid any detrimental outcomes.
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!