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Remembering Danny Ward

Danny Ward Remembering Hoof-care industry memorializes the Hall Of Fame farrier’s profound influence

May 12, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Lamenesses, Safety & Healthcare

The highly respected and beloved farrier Danny Ward passed away March 22, 2018, at the age of 73. Owner and operator of Danny Ward Horseshoeing School and a third-generation farrier, Ward was known for his superb farrier abilities and his commitment to education.

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 …

[Podcast] An Interview with Bruce Matthews

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Kawell, we welcome retired draft horse farrier Bruce Matthews.

June 15, 2017 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Kawell, we welcome retired draft horse farrier Bruce Matthews.

From the Desk of AFJ

How Many Draft Horses are Too Many?

By Jeremy McGovern posted on November 18, 2016 | Posted in Education, Shoeing

I'm betting most readers of this blog post won't know who Ashrita Furman is. He has spent the better part of his adult life conceiving of world records. He currently holds about 200 Guinness world records, which in of itself counts as one of those records.

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By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on September 1, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment

Sure, it’s an old cliché. Yet, it’s as true today as when it first appeared in 1719 within the pages of The Free-Thinker, a popular periodical of the day.

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Tapping Into The Draft Horse Market Can Be Rewarding

Proper guidance can erase the intimidation in shoeing the gentle giants

By Red Renchin posted on May 1, 2014 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Shoeing draft horses is no small feat.

Briefings

November 1, 2013 | Posted in Education

Farrier Tips: Working With The Big Boys ... And Girls

July 31, 2011 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds

Think about these points before you try to break into the draft horse world.

On the Fence?

Read some of your contemporaries’ testimonials on why the Summit is a terrific experience

January 1, 2010 | Posted in Education

When a new hoof-care tool comes out, do you solely rely on the manufacturers' input? When it is time for a new truck or trailer, so you only talk to the dealer?

Farriers Always Looking Out For The Good Of The Horse

By Frank Lessiter posted on May 1, 2009 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

While farriers are dealing with the current economic storm, it’s clear that they are as concerned with the health of the horses they work with as with their own income.

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Remembering Danny Ward

Reader Commentary: April 2018

[Podcast] An Interview with Bruce Matthews

How Many Draft Horses are Too Many?

Improve Your Efficiency and Productivity

Tapping Into The Draft Horse Market Can Be Rewarding

Briefings

Farrier Tips: Working With The Big Boys ... And Girls

On the Fence?

Farriers Always Looking Out For The Good Of The Horse

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