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Hoof-Care Email Q&A

Concave shoes are more frequently used by foreign farriers than horseshoers practicing in the United States. If you don’t use these shoes, what reasons deter you from using them?
Concave shoes are more frequently used by foreign farriers than horseshoers practicing in the United States. If you don't use these shoes, what reasons deter you from using them?
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The Case for Concave

The ability of these shoes to add traction and coverage with less weight can add to the versatility of your shoeing
Concave horseshoes seem to be making inroads in the United States market, but there’s no doubt they have nowhere near the share of the market they have in Europe, particularly the United Kingdom.
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Shoeing for a Living

Out of the Gate Running

In only a few years, Wisconsin farrier Joe Nygren has established a thriving practice by improving his skills and paying attention to the details
You've likely heard someone say, "Things haven't worked out like I had planned." Usually this statement is followed with a sigh, as the person laments his or her poor choices or fortune in some aspect of life.
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Shoeing for the Rodeo

Knowing what questions to ask can take a lot of the mystery out of preparing horses for competition
After wrapping up the latest rodeo season with the National Finals in Las Vegas, Nev., some farriers might have an interest in shoeing the horses in this popular all-American sport. However, like most disciplines, hoof care for rodeo horses often requires more than meets the eye.
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