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Shoeing Around the World

Here’s how footcare is being done in nearly a dozen other countries, including a look at the growing popularity of cold shoeing

By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2005 | Posted in Shoeing

When it comes to footcare work, there are probably more similarities than differences among top shoers from around the world.

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So That's What Dad Does All Day

9-year-old “assistant farrier” describes her father’s shoeing day as part of “Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work” event

By Pat Tearney posted on September 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

Ever wonder what your shoeing day looks like through the eyes of your children?

Everyone's A Winner In the Calgary Mail-In Exercise

July 1, 2005 | Posted in Equipment

You can earn valuable prizes and have your forging skills evaluated by world-renown blacksmithing experts without ever leaving the comfort of your home in the sixth annual Calgary Mail-In Forging Exercise, co-sponsored by the American Farriers Journal and the Calgary Stampede’s World Championship Blacksmiths’ Competition.

Shoeing Feedlot Horses

Four veteran shoers share what they’ve learned about this challenging type of work

By Heather Smith Thomas posted on May 1, 2005 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Shoeing

Shoeing feedlot horses can be more challenging than shoeing racehorses, show horses or trail horses. Most feedlot horses work constantly, in some of the worst conditions imaginable. Here's some advice from four experienced shoers on what you can expect in shoeing feedlot horses and the importance of different environmental and weather conditions.

Hoof Point Shows Way To A Simple Solution To A Crippling Problem

High inside heel on hind hooves connected to lamenesses, other problems

By Howard Jesse posted on May 1, 2005 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Have you ever wondered why, in spite of bodywork, veterinarian visits, X-rays, other diagnostics and regular hoof care, you still run across horses that seem mysteriously lame or lack power, balance and/or comfort in the front end and/or the hindquarters?

Pride In the Profession

Seventh Annual National Farriers Week Offers Well-Deserved Recognition of the Shoeing Industry

By Mike Podoll posted on May 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

By the time July hits, odds are that you’ve been working long hours at a fast pace since spring.

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Equine Computer Tablet Serves as All-In-One Business Resource

3-pound tablet computer is loaded with software that provides equine vets and farriers with a wide array of medical information, business services

By Mike Podoll posted on April 1, 2005 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

With today’s rapidly evolving technological advancements, portable computer systems hold vast quantities of valuable information.

Product Knowledge

Meeting your Growing Demand for Product Knowledge

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2005 | Posted in Equipment

With readers wanting to learn more about all the hoof-care products and supplies on the market, this April edition again focuses exclusively on providing you with plenty of product education.

Briefings

April 1, 2005 | Posted in Clients, Education

During more than 30 years of shoeing, Red Renchin of Mequon, Wis., has developed a unique approach that has helped him build a thriving practice that includes many high end hunters and jumpers.

Telling Fact From Fiction In Horseshoeing

How to know the difference when looking for truth in the art and science of farriery

By Ron Perszewski posted on March 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

Think twice before believing anyone who claims to have the proven, best solutions to your shoeing challenges, warns equine veterinarian William Moyer of Texas A & M University, because the one right answer might not exist.

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Organized & Efficient to Better Serve Farriers w/Oleo Acres: 2025 Supply Shop of the Year

Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.

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Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection

Date: 06/20/26

Location: Quincy, CA

Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners are conducting a 3-day clinic on anatomy, trimming and hoof protection in Quincy, Calif.

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Doc Foal's | The Black Pads

At Doc Foal's, we manufacture The Black Pads and The Black Pads PLUS (featuring embedded magnets and copper). Our hybrid pads work seamlessly with your choice of conventional horseshoe, combining metal for structure with polyurethane for exceptional comfort and shock absorption. Designed as a...

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We stock a wide range of high-quality products from trusted brands to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in every job you undertake. Our extensive inventory of horseshoe products and farrier tools means you can find everything you need in one place, saving you time and effort. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to providing excellent customer service, prompt shipping, and hassle-free returns.

Equilox International

Equilox International Inc. specializes in equine horse hoof adhesives. Developed in 1988 after many trials and extensive research at leading universities and equine centers throughout the U.S., the Equilox Adhesive Hoof Repair System was originally used to treat competitive horses. Now, Equilox Adhesive is used by farriers, equine centers, and horse owners — as well as various zoo and wildlife centers — throughout the world.

Articles Tagged with ''hoof care''

Shoeing Around the World

So That's What Dad Does All Day

Everyone's A Winner In the Calgary Mail-In Exercise

Shoeing Feedlot Horses

Hoof Point Shows Way To A Simple Solution To A Crippling Problem

Pride In the Profession

Equine Computer Tablet Serves as All-In-One Business Resource

Meeting your Growing Demand for Product Knowledge

Briefings

Telling Fact From Fiction In Horseshoeing

Top Articles

Current Issue

American Farriers Journal

Using Radiographs to Evaluate Horse Hoof Conformation

Should Horses go Barefoot or Shod?

Prepare for the Inevitable Injury

Current Issue

Special Report For Equine Veterinarians

Must Read Free Eguides

Videos

Organized & Efficient to Better Serve Farriers w/Oleo Acres: 2025 Supply Shop of the Year

Events

Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection

Doc Foal's | The Black Pads

Sunrise Farrier Supply

Equilox International