Articles Tagged with ''equine industry''

Farriers Week

26th Annual Farriers Week Honors Horseshoers

June 11, 2024 | Posted in Education

American Farriers Journal thanks the many farriers who dedicate their time, skills and commitment to the equine industry. This year marks the 26th annual Farriers Week — a time we set aside to celebrate your professional contributions.

Kentucky Horse Owners Spend $39 Million Annually On Farrier Work

Regardless of where you live, you’ll find some interesting data and trends in this article that zeroes in on the Bluegrass state’s equine industry

By Frank Lessiter posted on August 14, 2023 | Posted in Education

Data from a recent horse survey in Kentucky offers some significant facts that will be of special interest to hoof-care professionals across the country. This analysis may help you spot valuable insights and trends that can be compared with the equine industry in your own state.

Press Release

Bimeda Inc. Appoints New Equine Sales Representative

April 25, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

Bimeda Inc. recently announced that Archie McNeil, a former sales consultant for the company, has been appointed as an equine sales representative. Under this title, McNeil will be working full-time to serve the northeastern area of the United States.

Reader Commentary: April 2018

April 7, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

“All In The Day Of A Farrier” The horses move to and fro Taking their legs away, The farrier gets frustrated And wants to go, Nary coming back another day …

What Do Puppets, Oranges, Bagpipes, Kayaks And Horseshoes Have In Common?

By Frank Lessiter posted on August 12, 2013 | Posted in Education

In the 24-page American Profile national supplement that was packaged with one of our daily newspapers last week, the cover story highlighted five unconventional academic and vocational programs. While millions of college students take courses each year to prepare for careers in business, computer science, education or health care, others use their educational dollars to study less common subjects.

Tips for Saving at the Supply Shop

Beginning with bulk purchases, changing your buying practice at the local supply shop can result in considerable savings

By Jeremy McGovern posted on December 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices

It makes good business sense to save money whenever you can in your farrier practice. To do so, many horseshoers have employed creative or sophisticated ways.

Spanish 101

Being able to communicate in Spanish with many of the workers in the barns you serve will allow you to more effectively provide precise instructions to grooms

By Jeremy McGovern posted on November 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

Immigration continues to be a hot- button topic for American political debate. Core to this issue has been the influx of workers from Latin America. Every industry with a physical labor element has been impacted by Spanish-speaking laborers joining the workforce.

Frankly Speaking

The Top 8 Things Keeping Farriers Awake at Night

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2011 | Posted in Business Practices

You lie awake staring at the ceiling. While footcare is only a part of your life, the daily challenges of running your farrier business still make you lose the most sleep.

Frankly Speaking

Survey Reveals Owners Still Dedicated to their Horses

By Frank Lessiter posted on April 1, 2010 | Posted in Business Practices

Data from a recent survey of over 11,000 folks who own, lease or manage horses indicates they expect to continue participating in the equine industry at the same level in the future as now.

Breeding Better Feet

When it comes to foot conformation, there are more questions than answers

By Richard A. Mansmann posted on May 1, 2009 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Very little research has been done in relationship to the hereditary nature of foot problems in the horse.

Videos

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.

Events

Sheehan Equine Farrier Clinic

Date: 06/06/26

Location: Laurel, MT

Sheehan Equine is hosting a farrier clinic June 6-7, 2026, in Laurel, Mont. The clinician is Blane Chapman.

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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.