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“This is How We Do It” is not a Good Answer

How do we apply decisions on conformational anomalies if we don’t follow the basic normal anatomical function in our daily work or even understand the reasons why we should?

By Randy S Luikart posted on January 1, 2023 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Shoeing

Sometimes that technique was right and sometimes wrong, but nonetheless it was an answer. The problem with that answer is that he never told me why.

What's This? A Working Shoe

By Simon Curtis posted on December 31, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Forging, Shoeing

I was given this horseshoe, which remains in my possession, about 25 years ago. It was found at the National Stud, Newmarket, England, when they were digging a post-hole while referencing a paddock.

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Hoof Wall Thickness in Equine Feet: The Relevance to Foot Function

December 22, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy

At the International Hoof-Care Summit, learn from Simon Moore about hoof wall thickness and its role in foot function garners many opinions among farriers.

Horse Foot Balance is Verified

Scientific research easily defines and proves hoof balance is understood

By Doug Butler posted on December 4, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Trimming

Recently it has become popular for some farrier and veterinary clinicians to speak of horse foot balance as “not easily definable,” “not well understood,” and even “controversial.” They apparently are unaware of the vast body of published empirical evidence and scientific research verifying the principles of balance. Or, they have chosen to ignore such and have a favorite shoe or technique they desire to sell that is based upon an unsubstantiated idea.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: November 19, 2022

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 19, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Trimming

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

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A Frog Can Provide Valuable Information About the Hoof

By Steve Stanley posted on November 18, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Trimming

The frog is one of the most important anatomical structures of the horse. A frog helps maintain a fully functioning hoof that is vital to a fully functioning horse. At about 50% moisture content, the frog is easily the highest structure in the hoof capsule for moisture retention.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 30

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on November 5, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Forging, Diseases, Therapeutic Shoeing

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 23

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 29, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 16

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on October 22, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education, Equipment

This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites.

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[Video] The Team Approach: Case Study of a Necrotic Coffin Bone with a Successful Outcome

October 11, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Education

Farrier Darren Owen reviews a case he worked on that contributed to helping this horse recover. The veterinarian-farrier- client relationship was essential for this horse’s recovery.

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“This is How We Do It” is not a Good Answer

What's This? A Working Shoe

Hoof Wall Thickness in Equine Feet: The Relevance to Foot Function

Horse Foot Balance is Verified

Hoof-Care Highlights: November 19, 2022

A Frog Can Provide Valuable Information About the Hoof

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 30

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 23

Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of October 16

[Video] The Team Approach: Case Study of a Necrotic Coffin Bone with a Successful Outcome

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