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Study Assesses Hoof Measuring Techniques

By Albert Kane posted on February 25, 2023 | Posted in Education

Australian researchers recently reported an assessment of hoof measuring techniques.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: February 25, 2023

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on February 25, 2023 | Posted in Clients, Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Forging, 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.

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Shear Forces Vary with Arena Surfaces, Study Finds

By Albert Kane posted on February 18, 2023 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Lamenesses

Shear forces between the hoof and the ground surface affect hoof kinetics and kinematics, as well as the development of injury to the lower limb. Researchers at the University of California, Davis and the University of Kentucky measured shear ground reaction forces on 12 show jumping arena surfaces and examined the impact of surface material type, as well as management and environmental conditions on those forces.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: February 18, 2023

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on February 18, 2023 | Posted in Clients, Business Practices, Education, Forging, Therapeutic Shoeing

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.

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Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation Awards $1.5 Million for 21 Projects

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on February 14, 2023 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

Source: Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation

The Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation will devote almost $1.5 million for nearly two dozen projects in 2023, its board of directors announced.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: February 11, 2023

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on February 11, 2023 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Forging, Lamenesses, Shoeing

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.

Ode to the Horse

By Michael Wharton posted on February 4, 2023 | Posted in Education

I owe an apology to the horse that is long since overdue. In the years since beginning my farrier career, I have made many a mistake — some bred of ego, but most of ignorance. To the horse, I vow I will do better.

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Researchers Study Surgical Fixation of P3 to the Hoof Wall for Laminitis

By Albert Kane posted on February 4, 2023 | Posted in Education, Diseases

A collaborative effort between veterinarians in the United States and Australia explored the use of a T-shaped compression plate normally used for fracture repair to rigidly attach the coffin bone to the hoof wall, with the idea of using this approach to treat severe acute laminitis.

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Hoof-Care Highlights: February 4, 2023

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on February 4, 2023 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, 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.

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