A farrier school is getting its day in court 2 years after filing a federal lawsuit that challenges the constitutionality of California’s vocational admission laws.
Equine Cushing’s disease (also called pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction or PPID) is not uncommon and has been well described in the Northern hemisphere. However, the presentation and outcomes associated with the disease have not been widely reported in the Southern hemisphere.
Lubbock, Texas, farrier Blane Chapman demonstrates Professor William Russell’s hoof mapping technique, which he utilizes on each of the horses that he shoes.
This week's facts and figures ... Reset Shoe Charges are Not Much Less Than for New Shoes and Life Insurance Coverage Lacking in Farrier Industry. This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
According to Steve Kraus, Cornell University’s head of farrier services and senior lecturer, the shoe depicted was typically used on light draft horses for traction on ice about 100 years ago.
Canada Recalls Anti-Fungal Products
A popular antiseptic dye that’s used in the treatment of equine fungal infections was pulled from the Canadian marketplace over fears of increased cancer risk.
Health Canada has recalled all products — including equine thrush treatments — that contain gentian violet from the Canadian marketplace.
According to American Farriers Journal’s 2019 Farrier Business Practices Survey, nearly 60% of farriers say that they frequently work in weekly consultation with an equine veterinarian. When working with a vet frequently, developing a good working relationship will be beneficial for all.
Drs. Frank and Scott Gravlee examine when it's appropriate to stop feeding horses bran. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by W.F. Young Co. (Absorbine).
This week's facts and figures ... ‘Trims Only’ Make Up 43% of Farrier Work and What's the Average Shoeing Cycle for Horses in Your Client Book? This edition of Farrier Facts & Figures is brought to you by Markel Insurance Co.
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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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