Articles Tagged with ''Shane Westman''

[Podcast] Conversations with Dave Gilliam, Shane Westman and Dr. Craig Lesser

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Vettec, Editor Jeremy McGovern spoke with Flower Mound, Texas, farrier Dave Gilliam and University of California, Davis farrier Shane Westman about the newly formed Equine Soundness Professionals group. He also discussed club feet in young horses with Dr. Craig Lesser of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

March 15, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Therapeutic Shoeing

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Vettec, Editor Jeremy McGovern spoke with Flower Mound, Texas, farrier Dave Gilliam and University of California, Davis farrier Shane Westman about the creation and goals of the newly formed Equine Soundness Professionals group. He also discussed how to correct club feet in young horses with Dr. Craig Lesser of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Ky.

Frankly Speaking: Veterinary Group Must Formally Recognize Farriery In Model VPA

By Jeff Cota posted on April 7, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

The American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) draft of its Model Veterinary Practice Act (MVPA) is intended to be a model of guiding principles to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public and animals. Yet, even the best of intentions can result in unforeseen consequences.

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Veterinary Group Must Formally Recognize Farriery In Model VPA

By Jeff Cota posted on March 23, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

The American Veterinary Medical Association’s draft of its Model Veterinary Practice Act is intended to be a model of guiding principles to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public and animals. Yet, even the best of intentions can result in unforeseen consequences.

Farriers Question AVMA’s Proposed Elimination Of Exemption

Definition of veterinary medicine is open to interpretation, farriers say

By Jeff Cota posted on March 10, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices

A simple strikethrough of Section 6(8) in the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) proposed Model Veterinary Practice Act (MVPA) has raised a multitude of questions in the farrier industry.

News & Notes

AAPF/IAPF Reorganizes, Opens Board Election

December 18, 2016 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

After successfully implementing its new credentialing program in 2016, more changes are on tap for the American and International Associations of Professional Farriers in the coming year.

Considerations For Negative Plantar Angles

Farriers and veterinarians share thoughts on the diagnosis and treatment of this condition

By Audrey Pavia posted on December 5, 2016 | Posted in Anatomy, Therapeutic Shoeing

One of the more common hind end problems that vets and farriers see is associated with negative plantar angles. This issue can present itself as a subtle limitation in performance to outright lameness.

News & Notes

Washington State Farrier Settles In At UC Davis

By Jeff Cota posted on October 26, 2016

After independently shoeing for 24 years, Shane Westman has taken on a new challenge that appeals to his affinity of continuing education.

Shoptalk: American Farriers Journal Announces Two Promotions

September 12, 2016 | Posted in Education

New assignments were announced in mid August for two members of the American Farriers Journal (AFJ) team.

Jeremy McGovern takes on the additional duties as publisher of the world’s leading equine hoof-care publication. He also serves as the publication’s executive editor and conference director of the International Hoof-Care Summit.

Jeff Cota takes on the duties of managing editor after serving 2½ years as the publication’s associate editor.

Farrier Tips

How To Check The Palmar Angle Of P3 Without Radiographs

December 18, 2015 | Posted in Education, Therapeutic Shoeing

Do you find that you’re curious about the palmar angle of the third phalanx, but radiographs aren’t available? Farrier Shane Westman offers a tip that he learned at a clinic conducted by Hall Of Fame equine veterinarian Ric Redden.

Protect Your Practice from Crisis and Debt

Properly managing your money will help ensure a successful footcare practice

By Jeff Cota posted on October 30, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices

As much as farriery is art and science, it’s also a business. No matter where you are in your career, you need a plan.

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

Winter Laminitis

Date: 11/04/26

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Equine Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance (ECIR) Group Inc. is hosting a webinar titled "Winter Laminitis" at 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026. Dr. Eleanor M. Kellon and Dr. Kathleen M. Gustafson are the clinicians.

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