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What are the major causes of laminitis concerns during the fall months?

November 1, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition
Horses are more likely to suffer from laminitis in the fall than any other time of year. This is due to high NSC (non-structural carbohydrates) occurring with cooler nighttime temperatures and increased blood ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone) secretion from the pituitary gland. Both lead to elevated insulin levels. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
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What role do fats and waxes play in the equine diet when it comes to hoof quality?

November 1, 2019 | Posted in Clients, Education, Nutrition
The outermost layer of the hoof wall (stratum externum, aka periople) contains a variety of fats and waxes, as does the “hard”/dead portion of the hoof wall. The stratum externum grows down from the epithelial cells of the periople, which are located below the coronary band. Hoof Nutrition Intelligence is brought to you by Banixx.
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American Farriers Journal Introduces the All-New Historical Hall of Fame Exhibit to be Featured at the 2020 International Hoof-Care Summit

October 26, 2019 | Posted in Education

At this year’s Summit, taking place in Cincinnati on January 21-24, 2020, attendees will be able to take a walk through the Historical Hall of Fame Exhibit for Horseshoeing and Equine Veterinarians. The all-new exhibit, sponsored by Well-Shod, will feature photos and biographies of each of the 147 Hall of Fame farriers and 59 Hall of Fame equine veterinarians.


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American Farriers Journal

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
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Mapping the Equine Hoof

Mapping the Equine Hoof

Lubbock, Texas, farrier Blane Chapman demonstrates Professor William Russell’s hoof mapping technique, which he utilizes on each of the horses that he shoes.
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Whole Horse Approach to Trimming

Date: 11/23/19
Location: Maine, NY
A 2-day hands-on clinic on the Whole Horse Approach to Trimming will take place Nov. 23-24, 2019, in Maine, N.Y. Esco Buff will be the clinician.
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SmartPak

From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.
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