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Mustad USA TS8 Challenger

March 16, 2023 | Posted in Horseshoes

Truer fit, longer wear, and greater performance in both front and hind patterns. The full toe design allows the horseshoe to last longer and the balanced shape means less time at the anvil. The TS8 also features sole relief while the nail holes are perfect for thin walled hooves. The TS8 model is even thicker and slightly wider for greater support, and protection of the hoof.


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Mustad USA EZ PLUS Front and Hind Shoes

March 16, 2023 | Posted in Horseshoes

EZ Plus offers a wider web for additional support and boxed heels to save time. The
fronts are symmetrical, while the hinds come in a left and right pattern with added length in the outside branch. Using a deep V-crease to secure the nail, this shoe is punched for a SB 5 nail.


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A Qualitative Study and Analysis of the Results of Using Copper-Alloy Horseshoes in the Reduction of White Line Infections

It appears that antimicrobial effects of copper-alloy do apply to the application of copper-alloy horseshoes in reducing the microbial damage to the horses’ white line.
By Esco Buff posted on February 17, 2021 | Posted in Diseases, Therapeutic Shoeing

Treatment of white line infections has traditionally been to remove the affected area of the white line and treat with some form of antimicrobial topical. Horse owner compliance at applying daily topicals to combat white line infections is reportedly short lived. The effectiveness of daily topicals also comes into question once a horseshoe is applied to the hoof. Traditional horseshoes made of steel and aluminum provide no antibacterial qualities. The application of copper-alloy horseshoes has been shown in studies to help with combating bacterial and fungal infections of the white line and eliminate the need for horse owners to apply daily topicals.


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Bosnian Farrier Easter Tradition Includes Shoeing an Egg

April 23, 2019 | Posted in Shoeing
Source: Alarabiya
There might be a shoeing case that leaves you feeling like you’re walking on eggshells, but in Bosnia, master blacksmiths literally nail shoes onto eggs, according to Alarabiya. Part of an Easter tradition, blacksmiths are required to attach a miniature horseshoe to an egg — without breaking the shell.
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Remembering Dick Harris

Fond Farewells From Farriers Preserve The Memory Of IPFA’s Founding Father
November 30, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients
Renowned farrier and member of the International Horseshoeing Hall Of Fame Dick Harris passed away Oct. 25, 2018, at the age of 90. He helped found the Iowa Professional Farriers Association (IPFA), where he served as president and vice president and on the board of directors.
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Farriers Face Test Of Skills On Forged In Fire

October 15, 2018 | Posted in Forging
Source: The Reporter
Vacaville, Calif., farrier Kirk Adkins rose to the top in the History Channel’s popular smithing series Forged in Fire in the first round and had a chance to compete again for the grand prize of $50,000 according to The Reporter. The episode announcing the official winner has yet to be aired.
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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farriery requires knowledge and skills to provide proper equine hoof care. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY, American Farriers Journal visits Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. In this edition, Chris Gregory discussed his journey to becoming an educator, his focus in teaching farrier students and the state of farrier education.

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Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
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Kawell USA

Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
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SmartPak

From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
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