Each day, American Farriers Journal encounters a variety of articles, social media posts, podcasts and videos that offer a unique look at an aspect of the equine industry. Our favorite content for "This Week" is aggregated here. We hope it offers a useful tip to improve your hoof-care business, expands your knowledge by giving you something new to ponder, or entertains you when you need a break most.   

• American Farriers Team Educates Texas
• Fads in Farriery
• Rope Horse Shoe Modification
• Proper Nutrition for the Performance Horse

American Farriers Team Educates Texas

The American Farrier’s Association competition team received some attention from the local press while preparing for World Championship Blacksmith’s upcoming competition at the end of April. See what they had to say in this article that appeared in the Greenville, Texas, Herald-Banner.

Fads in Farriery

International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member Dr. Doug Butler discusses criteria you can use to evaluate the numerous fads that enter the marketplace each year in this Farrier Focus podcast.

Rope Horse Shoe Modification

Brock, Texas, farrier Lee Olsen demonstrates how to modify a slider shoe and turn it into a rodeo hind for extra traction on the toe in this Mustad Hoofcare video.

Proper Nutrition for the Performance Horse

Life Data Labs Mike Barker discusses nutrition, over supplementation, and tips for the care of the performance horse in this Facebook Live replay.