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Test Your Hoof-Care Knowledge

March 15, 2020 | Posted in Anatomy, Nutrition, Shoeing
American Farriers Journal strives to provide practical information that farriers can use to increase their hoof-care skills — and their bottom line. To help keep you on your toes, American Farriers Journal created a quick 6-question quiz, “Test Your Hoof-Care Knowledge!" Take the quiz and we’ll send you a copy of your quiz results and a FREE copy of the 9-page eGuide, “White Line Disease: Different Approaches to An Old Problem” delivered via email.
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Recognizing the Footcare Leaders of Tomorrow

Three farriers are honored at the International Hoof-Care Summit for outstanding career progress in their first 3 years after shoeing school
March 11, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Shoeing
Three up-and-coming farriers were honored for early career success at the 2020 International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ben Barhorst of Lexington, Ky.; Audrey Williams of Edmonton, Alberta; and Gary Gullo Jr. of Old Brooksville, N.Y., were named 2019 Rising Shoeing Stars.
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26 Tips from the 2020 Summit Roundtables

Farriers and veterinarians tap into collective wisdom at the International Hoof-Care Summit Roundtables
March 8, 2020 | Posted in Clients, Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming
The 17th annual International Hoof-Care Summit drew farriers and equine veterinarians to Cincinnati, Ohio, for 4 days of footcare education. With a theme of "Focus on Hoof Care for a Healthier Horse," the Summit demonstrated why it’s truly international with attendees and exhibitors representing 21 countries.
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Hoof Beats: Warm Nails

By Steve Stanley posted on February 15, 2020 | Posted in Education, Shoeing
Source: Hoof Beats Magazine
Every farrier, particularly the paddock blacksmith, has been in a spot where they had to say a little prayer while driving a horseshoe nail. However, when nail placement is optional, it is best to make use of the proper areas of hoof wall. Ideally, nails should be placed more towards the toe than the heel.
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Vettec Introduces New Cartridge System for Equine Adhesive Materials

210cc cartridge system holds 30% more adhesive material for universal hoof support
By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on January 9, 2020 | Posted in Equipment, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing
Source: Vettec
Vettec Inc. has introduced a new cartridge system for its hoof care adhesives that has 30% more urethane adhesive per cartridge so hoof care professionals can treat more horses with each purchase.
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Equine Cushing’s and Insulin Resistance (ECIR) Group Inc. is hosting a webinar titled "PPID and the Seasonal Rise" at 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026. Dr. Eleanor M. Kellon and Dr. Kathleen M. Gustafson are the clinicians.

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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.
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