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Cats, Dogs, Birds and Horses

September 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

Data from the recently released Statistical Abstract of the U.S. indicates that 2 percent of American families own a horse.

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Shoeing Rigs Part of Irish Wake Tribute to a Farrier

April 1, 2005 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients

When Kevin White passed away last summer in Westlake Village, Calif., his shoeing rig along with those of his last three apprentices lined the street outside the funeral home for his Irish wake.

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Last American Vegetable-Leather Tanner Set To Close Its Doors

March 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

Unless a last minute buyer steps forward, the E.H. Hall/Westan Co. will soon be shutting its plant doors in Westfield, Pa. Manufacturing shoeing pads and other leather products, the employee-owned company provided jobs for 156 workers and was the oldest continuously operating business in Pennsylvania's Tioga County.

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International Hoof-Care Summit “Outstanding Presentation Awards” Announced

May 1, 2004 | Posted in Education

Four presentations have been designated as the "Best of the Best" from the inaugural International Hoof-Care Summit, held in Cincinnati in February 2004. Based on the evaluations of Summit attendees, four individuals are being recognized for the outstanding quality, depth and overall presentation of their material in contributing to hoof-care education at the International Hoof-Care Summit.

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New Executive Director Named For American Farrier’s Association

January 1, 2004 | Posted in Business Practices

THE NEW executive director of the American Farrier’s Association, Bryan Quinsey, was selected in mid-November by the group’s board of directors to head up the Lexington, Ky., organization.

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Ernst Family Serves 100 Years As Official Kentucky State Fair Farrier

December 1, 2003 | Posted in Shoeing

Since the Kentucky State Fair’s world championship horse show started in 1903, nobody but a member of the Ernst family has served as the official show farrier.

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Tax Court Opinion Makes It Easier For Farriers To Deduct Home Office Expenses

March 1, 2003 | Posted in Business Practices

While it has been possible in the past for shoers to deduct the cost of an office in the home that is used 100 percent for business purposes, a new U.S. Tax Court opinion may make it possible to do so even if the room is used for some personal uses. But one caution is that this opinion went against the existing tax law, which requires a room be used “regularly and exclusively” for work in order to take a home office tax deduction.

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Hoof Project Foundation To Fund More Footcare Research

December 1, 2002 | Posted in Education

Working with donors, Texas A&M University equine researcher David Hood is organizing the Hoof Project Foundation to concentrate on funding new opportunities for education, rehabilitation and research of the foot.

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With New Safety Rules, Just Buy A New Propane Tank

May 1, 2002 | Posted in Equipment

Starting April 1, new safety standards require that propane tanks be fitted with overfill protection devices. This means that you need to buy a new propane tank or have an overfill device installed on an existing tank.

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A Fitting Product Tribute To Two Farrier Industry Leaders

March 1, 2002

Kane replaces Bob Mealey of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University who handled the equine research editor’s duties since the May/June, 1999, issue of American Farriers Journal.

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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.

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Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection

Date: 06/20/26

Location: Quincy, CA

Progressive Hoof Care Practitioners are conducting a 3-day clinic on anatomy, trimming and hoof protection in Quincy, Calif.

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Doc Foal's | The Black Pads

At Doc Foal's, we manufacture The Black Pads and The Black Pads PLUS (featuring embedded magnets and copper). Our hybrid pads work seamlessly with your choice of conventional horseshoe, combining metal for structure with polyurethane for exceptional comfort and shock absorption. Designed as a...

Sunrise Farrier Supply

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We stock a wide range of high-quality products from trusted brands to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in every job you undertake. Our extensive inventory of horseshoe products and farrier tools means you can find everything you need in one place, saving you time and effort. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to providing excellent customer service, prompt shipping, and hassle-free returns.

Equilox International

Equilox International Inc. specializes in equine horse hoof adhesives. Developed in 1988 after many trials and extensive research at leading universities and equine centers throughout the U.S., the Equilox Adhesive Hoof Repair System was originally used to treat competitive horses. Now, Equilox Adhesive is used by farriers, equine centers, and horse owners — as well as various zoo and wildlife centers — throughout the world.

Articles Tagged with ''Shop talk''

Cats, Dogs, Birds and Horses

Shoeing Rigs Part of Irish Wake Tribute to a Farrier

Last American Vegetable-Leather Tanner Set To Close Its Doors

International Hoof-Care Summit “Outstanding Presentation Awards” Announced

New Executive Director Named For American Farrier’s Association

Shop Talk

Tax Court Opinion Makes It Easier For Farriers To Deduct Home Office Expenses

Hoof Project Foundation To Fund More Footcare Research

With New Safety Rules, Just Buy A New Propane Tank

Shop Talk

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American Farriers Journal

Using Radiographs to Evaluate Horse Hoof Conformation

Should Horses go Barefoot or Shod?

Prepare for the Inevitable Injury

Current Issue

Special Report For Equine Veterinarians

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Organized & Efficient to Better Serve Farriers w/Oleo Acres: 2025 Supply Shop of the Year

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Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection

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