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It's a Simple Job Except When It's Not

Some thoughts on the K.I.S.S. method of farriery
By Pat Tearney posted on February 8, 2013 | Posted in Business Practices, Shoeing

I've heard a lot of farriers champion the so-called K.I.S.S. (keep it simple stupid) method for horseshoeing. But I've heard some of the same farriers then describe their "simple" system. It includes assessing the horse's conformation, age, work, environment, hoof-horn quality, hoof-wall thickness, sole type, frog health, past history, any current or recent lamnesses or problems, trainer requirements and rider needs and style.


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[Video] Trade Show: Vettec Shows Their Adhesive Product

January 31, 2013 | Posted in Equipment, Shoeing
Tab Pigg of Vettec tells American Farriers Journal about the Adhere, a fast-setting urethane adhesive designed to bond steel, aluminum and urethane shoes to the hoof and to fabricate large and small hoof wall repairs. 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees are able to see this and learn more about Vettec hoof-care products on the trade show floor.
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[Video] Trade Show: VICTORY Reveals New Nail

January 31, 2013 | Posted in Equipment
Dave Erb of VICTORY Racing Plate Co. tells American Farriers Journal about their newest nail, a line of rolled horseshoe nails, which they are unveiling to 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees.
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