Ontario Farriers Association Annual Convention
Date: 09/20/18
Location: Mono,
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Construction-grade (DAP) silicone has been used in farrier practices for over 30 years as a filler under pads with good success. At first, the set-up time could take as long as 24 hours and required some type of damming system like tape or putty to keep the silicone from leaking out the back side of the hoof and leaving a sticky mess. Now, with the new silicone materials, set-up time is 4 to 10 minutes and the development of putty-type materials allows a faster, much cleaner and more precise job.
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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.
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Colorado Farrier Embraces Learning Opportunities To Benefit Horses
Farrier Tips
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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 nutrition when it comes to hoof quality?
Kentucky Equine Research staff emphasizes that good basic nutrition is the bottom line for hoof quality. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
How much hoof growth can I expect to see in a month’s time with my horses?
Karen Briggs, equine nutritionist and riding instructor, discusses the variances in rate and quality of hoof growth. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
How do I know what I need when it comes to selecting a hoof supplement?
Kathleen Crandell, PhD, equine nutritionist with Kentucky Equine Research, discusses two common defects that cause poor-quality hooves and how to select hoof supplements accordingly. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine). -
Is it possible to feed too much of one or more supplements to my horses?
Frank Gravlee, equine veterinarian and the founder of Life Data Labs, discusses the detriments of excessive supplementation. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
From the Desk of AFJ
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Work Wisely With An Eye On The Future
A few years ago, my bad back ended my ability to get under horses. I still help other farriers shoe horses, but I don’t get under them anymore. My back was not injured from horses. It was ruined by crawling in and out of trucks to get what I needed — from having an inefficient rig. I hurt myself more by lifting anvils than I ever did picking up a horse’s foot. When you’re short as I am, you have to get it way above belt level to get it back into the truck. -
Canada Vet Law Underscores U.S. Farriers’ Call To Retain Exemption
When the American Veterinary Medical Association proposed eliminating the farrier exemption from its Model Veterinary Practice Act, the hoof-care industry’s response was resoundingly unfavorable. -
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.
American Farriers Journal Podcast
A Conversation With Dick Fanguy
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by American Equus, Editor Jeremy McGovern spoke with Dick Fanguy, CJF, who previously served as American Farrier’s Association president. He remains involved with the industry by consulting with farrier cases and representing Stonewell Bodies.
The American Farriers Journal Podcast is brought to you by American Equus.
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Kawell USA
Kawell began as a university project geared towards innovation, problem solving, and maintenance services for the veterinary industry. Over the last few years we have worked with specialized companies and professionals in order to develop the theoretical and technical basis needed to design and manufacture a therapeutic product for the care of horses and prevention of disease.
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.
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.
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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Rasps, Knives & Hand Tools Product Roundup 2018
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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
Check out the latest adhesives, hoof repair products and glue-on shoes 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!