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.
Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Kawell USA.
Kawell USA originally began as a project to develop a copper alloy horseshoe that could help in the treatment of hoof diseases in horses, by using copper's natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. After years of development and research, we now offer horseshoes, bar stock and frog inserts that are made from our EPA approved copper alloy that is proven to combat bacteria and fungus related to thrush, seedy toe, and white line disease.
Equine Dynamics Podcast
On this episode of the Mike Stine Equine Dynamics podcast, veterinarian Mark Wooten talks about the causes of joint instability, muscle and nerve pathology and a holistic approach to lameness.
Trimming "Rules"
In this Facebook post, Holistic Equine presents a case study and discusses whether standard trimming protocols are right for every horse. What do you think?
Z-Bar Shoe
In this video by Missouri farrier Cody Gregory, he forges a Z-bar shoe for an injured horse.
Wooden Clog
Farriers David Gray and Riley Henson demonstrate building and applying a wooden clog to a foundered warmblood.
Nail Fit
U.K. farrier Ben Benson explains that ensuring nail heads are flat against the shoe improves comfort and hoof balance.
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Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Kawell USA.
Kawell USA originally began as a project to develop a copper alloy horseshoe that could help in the treatment of hoof diseases in horses, by using copper's natural antibacterial and antifungal properties. After years of development and research, we now offer horseshoes, bar stock and frog inserts that are made from our EPA approved copper alloy that is proven to combat bacteria and fungus related to thrush, seedy toe, and white line disease.
