At some point during the first couple of weeks I spent as an editor at American Farriers Journal, I asked a farrier if he could give me a simple definition of hoof balance. Over the years, I came to appreciate the fact that he kept a straight face as he answered me.
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier shares insights into Renchin’s business practices, how he managed conflicting hoof-care ideologies and Burney Chapman’s reintroduction of the heart-bar shoe.
In part 4 of our Remembering Red Renchin series, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Red Renchin and went on to enjoy a 38-year career in hoof care.
Brian Rusnak of Hay Lakes, Alberta, shares his thoughts on the hoof-care milestones over the past half-century as part of the American Farriers Journal's 50th anniversary.
In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier recalls Renchin’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.
In part 5 of our Remembering Red Renchin series, brought to you by Life Data Labs, we're joined by Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Red Renchin and went on to enjoy a 38-year career in hoof care.
International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Famer Dick Mansmann, VMD, PhD, of Chapel Hill, N.C., shares his thoughts on the hoof-care milestones over the past half-century.
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 "Winter Laminitis" at 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026. Dr. Eleanor M. Kellon and Dr. Kathleen M. Gustafson are the clinicians.
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