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.
Forging Jar Calks
In this video by Missouri farrier Jamey Carsel, he demonstrates how to forge jar calks and what they're used for.
Hemodynamic Stability & Shoe Fit
Dutch farrier Maarten Van Hal discusses how shoe fit can affect the hemodynamic stability of the foot in this Facebook post.
Fitting Sliders
Texas farrier Lee Olsen illustrates how to fit sliders at the 2026 International Hoof-Care Summit.
Dorsopalmar Balance
In this blog post by Ula Krzanowska, The Hoof Architect, she explores the nuances of load distribution and how conformation and posture affect hoof distortions.
Ag Heels 101
In this World Championship Blacksmiths video, New Mexico farrier Craig Trnka goes through how to forge ag heels and what they can be used for.
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