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.
- Collateral Ligaments
- Dunning-Kruger Effect
- Sam Durham
- Horse Protection Act Public Comment Period Open
- Carl Via
Collateral Ligaments
In this episode of the Hoofcare Companion podcast, learn about the role of the collateral ligaments, associated pathologies and how to manage those conditions.
Dunning-Kruger Effect
Where are you in the Dunning-Kruger effect of farriery? Continuing to prioritize education can help farriers progress past the "Valley of Despair."
Sam Durham
California farrier Sam Durham talks with Chris Gregory on the Final Approach podcast about his life and career.
Horse Protection Act Public Comment Period Open
A public comment period is open Nov. 13-Dec. 14, 2026, on the proposed changes to the Horse Protection Act, which includes prohibiting masking agents, removing the "scar rule" and other amendments.
Carl Via
Virginia farrier Carl Via sits down on the Forging Brains podcast to discuss the World Championship Blacksmiths, his career and his everyday shoeing, including a horse needing a medial lift bar shoe.
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