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Finding Success In Simplicity

Organization, tough choices and hard work help Missouri farrier to excel
By Jeff Cota posted on May 8, 2015 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Equipment, Forging, Shoeing, Trimming
Keep it simple. It’s a popular adage, particularly among farriers. Ironically enough, keeping it simple isn’t really simple at all. Simplicity is the result of organization, tough choices and hard work. Yet, once it’s achieved, the rewards are plentiful.
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How To Match Nails To Your Horseshoes

Considering these points when selecting which nail to use will result in making a better choice
By Jeremy McGovern posted on April 1, 2015 | Posted in Equipment
No one in their right mind would suggest that the anatomy of the horseshoe nail is as complex as the horse. Nonetheless, Steve Kraus says it is important for farriers to understand the parts of the nail to make decisions in why to use a particular type. The Delta Mustad Hoofcare Center clinician delivered a swift review of horseshoe nails at the 2015 International Hoof-Care Summit.
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Afternoon-Only Work for Island Farrier

Juggling a half dozen jobs keeps this part-time farrier burning the candle at both ends on long summer days
By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2013 | Posted in Shoeing
The early morning manager of a coffee shop. A fire department emergency medical technician. A drummer in a local band. A weekend cook for a catering company.
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[Video] Getting To Know Kerckhaert Horseshoes

April 25, 2012 | Posted in Business Practices, Equipment
Another in a series of American Farriers Journal interviews with 2012 International Hoof-Care Summit Educational Partner Farrier Product Distribution. This interview dealt primarily with the amazing influence that Kerckhaert Horseshoe Company from Holland has had on the North American market since the middle '80's. For more information visit www.farrierproducts.com or www.kerckhaert.com.
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Good, Solid Shoeing in the Summer Heat

Michigan farrier finds sticking to the basics helps him build a successful shoeing practice
By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2002 | Posted in Business Practices, Shoeing
It's early, but one of Bill Ruh’s customers has apparently decided she’s stood quietly long enough. The farrier shakes his head as he describes her quick gallop toward freedom, across a west central Michigan bean field, in the general direction of nearby Grand Rapids.
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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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Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.
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Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.
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From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
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