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An Ever Evolving Industry

The past 40 years of farriery have witnessed important changes in the business practices of the trade
September 1, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment
Hoof care has undergone a multitude of changes ever since the ancients domesticated the horse and assumed its responsibility. However, the last 40 years are arguably one of the most significant periods in its growth than any other 4-decade span. This time witnessed dramatic changes in how farriers work with one another, and saw unrivaled technological advancements.
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Online Extras: April 2015

April 6, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

  • Tool tips from Bob Smith
  • How-to videos regarding hoof packing
  • A laminitic case
  • Additional information on 3D printing
  • 2002 Shoeing For A Living featuring late farrier Carl Hayden

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Repurpose Your Old Tools

By Jeff Cota posted on April 6, 2015 | Posted in Equipment
Tools wear out. It’s a fact of life. Rather than tossing them into the scrap heap, save yourself some money and repurpose the tool into something you can use.
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From The Desk Of AFJ

Are You Investing In Your Footcare Practice?

By Jeff Cota posted on January 30, 2015 | Posted in Education
For 26 years within the pages of Poor Richard's Almanack, Benjamin Franklin shared pearls of wisdom that were incredibly popular. Many of them are still repeated today. Of all the gems that Franklin set in type, there's one that shines brighter than all the rest — "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest."?
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Red Flags for Farriers

Recognize Different Types of Problematic Clients

Identifying traits of problematic clients will help you determine which ones to keep
By Bob Smith posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Clients
I'm sure you have clients who raise your blood pressure as soon as you see their name on your schedule. After years of hard work building a solid business, getting rid of clients seems to fly in the face of your desire to increase your client base and income. But firing clients may just be what your business and your mental health need.
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