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Therapeutic Shoeing

How to Achieve Benefits of the Onion Horseshoe

Farriers will need time, education and money when making and applying this device
By Laura Gillespie and Mike Hayward posted on April 5, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices, Forging, Diseases, Lamenesses, Safety & Healthcare, Therapeutic Shoeing
Developed in France during the 17th century, the shoe was forged to protect the heel from corns or bruising. However, the French didn’t call them corns. Rather, they were called onions — hence the name of the shoe.
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Briefings: April 2022

April 3, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices
  • Before You Call It a Day
  • Take Time to Review Biosecurity
  • Passing of Farrier Brings Back Memories
  • Which Fuel Rewards Card is the Best?
  • Reminder that One Shape Doesn’t Fit All

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Hoof-Care Highlights: The Week of March 20

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on March 26, 2022 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Forging, Lamenesses, Shoeing, 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. Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Meader Supply.
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The Way It Was

Vision Comes Through Experience

Watching a Thoroughbred trot gave a young shoer a lesson about age and wisdom.
By David Hazlett CJF posted on March 9, 2022 | Posted in Business Practices
In the farrier world, there is an impressive list of legends. But there are the shoers who work quietly for decades, often somewhere in the backcountry — certainly far out of the spotlight. Those farriers still manage to acquire a sterling reputation for their ability to successfully tackle any number of challenges.
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PPID & the Seasonal Rise

Date: 09/02/26
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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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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...
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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

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.
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