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As Resilient As His Anvil
January 1, 2015 | Posted in Forging
I felt inspired when I wrote this little narrative. I hope you like it.
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Saving Time At The Anvil

Ohio farrier sees quick results after 3 days with Pennsylvania shoer
By Jeff Cota posted on September 1, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing

Ten minutes.

It’s not a lot of time in the grand scheme of things. When a client informs you that their barn is only 10 minutes away, very few will bat an eye for such an easy commute.

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Trim, Shape, Measure The Foot

May 5, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing
It all depends on your perspective of the question. If you are referring to the shoe selection and shaping of the shoe hot vs. cold then my advice would be to trim, shape and measure the foot before going to the anvil.
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Develop A Hot Shaping Fitting System

May 5, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing
When it comes to hot shaping and fitting, the shoe you pick will directly influence the success of your results. You have to remember there are two parameters that should fit before nailing on a shoe.
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Farrier Tips: Working With Young Horses

February 14, 2013 | Posted in Trimming
Young horses that haven't been shod before present a challenge to any farrier and if you get more than one of them on a given day or several in a given week, it can really affect how much work you can get done.
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The Long, Long Trailer

With a truck and trailer upgrade, farrier Chris Richter has improved his ability to reach his Southern California clients
By Rickey Rae and Carol Rae Thomas posted on December 1, 2008 | Posted in Equipment
Navigating the backcountry around San Diego can be a challenge for drivers of trucks with trailers. Even with the difficulty of maneuvering his trailer rig up and down these snaking roads, Ramona, Calif., farrier Chris Richter says his setup is a good one.
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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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