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How to Sharpen Nippers

Wisconsin farrier demonstrates how to get the most out of your nippers in just 10 minutes
By Jeff Cota posted on September 6, 2023 | Posted in Equipment
Are the reins on your nippers touching? Does it take more effort to nip the hoof wall? It might be time to sharpen them.
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Research Journal: July/August 2023

The information, ideas, and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.
By Albert Kane posted on June 20, 2023 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Equipment, Lamenesses
  • Hoof Unevenness in Young Quarter Horses
  • Speed and Stride Related to Musculoskeletal Injury
  • Shockwave Therapy for SDF and Suspensory Injuries
  • Hoof Shape in Working Donkeys

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How to Make a Hoof-Knife Vise for a Hardy Hole

Sharpen your straight blade hoof knife or loop knife using this DIY tool
By Dave Farley CF, APF-I posted on March 28, 2023 | Posted in Equipment
After the clinic at the Fredericksburg, Ohio, store wrapped up, several farriers and I stood around my truck, sharing ideas and swapping stories. Among the hand and power tools filling this truck body, it was a simple sharpening vise that I made that caught the others’ eyes
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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

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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