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.


Keeping an Open Mind

Scottish farrier Matthew Jackson discusses improving hoof health from the inside out and the importance of keeping an open mind in this episode of the Humble Hoof Podcast.

When Barefoot Doesn’t Work

One for the History Books

Paleontologists make a groundbreaking discovery...


Shoeing to Ringbone & Navicular

Riley Mickelsen of Idaho Horseshoeing School explains how he shoes a horse with ringbone and navicular issues.


Spider Plate Horseshoe

Missouri farrier Jamey Carsel demonstrates how to build a spider plate horseshoe at a Farrier's Friend clinic in Bentonville, Arkansas.


Advice with Craig Trnka

Craig Trnka of the World Championship Blacksmiths discusses the importance of anvil height and hammer handles.


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