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Product Knowledge
Bigger Performance Horses Present Bigger Challenges
Manufacturers responding with bigger shoes, with wider webs
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Tool Tips
Farriers Never Short On Tool Tips
Shoers excel at tweaking tools and finding new uses for them
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Equine Anatomy
The Mystery of Moisture and the Equine Foot
Science doesn’t provide instant support to the commonly held beliefs of many farriers, but that may not mean those observations are wrong
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Product Knowledge
Stock Up And Take Stock
Use this Shoeing Showcase issue to help you prepare for the busiest months of the hoof-care year
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From The Desk Of AFJ
Trimming Landmarks Aren't All On The Bottom
Summit Roundtable participants agree on importance of observing stance, gait and hairline before even picking up the hoof
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The Farrier and Pre-Purchase Exams
Give some thought to how you’ll respond if you’re asked to give an opinion of a horse’s feet before a sale
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Lameness In The Sport Horse
Connecticut vet reviews the more common issues you’re likely to see when providing hoof care for the “English” disciplines
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SmartPak
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