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Is Credit Due?

For money-wise farriers, buying on credit makes sound business sense
By Paul Sweitzer posted on July 1, 1999 | Posted in Business Practices
A HUGE LURE of the farrier lifestyle is uncomplicated freedom–not having to deal with stuff like business suits, power lunches and board meetings. For some shoers, that list includes credit cards, as in “never had one, never will.”
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Are Toe Grabs To Blame?

Latest study of racehorse foreleg injuries points a finger at toe grabs, track surface and horse fatigue
By Paul Sweitzer posted on July 1, 1999 | Posted in Education, Lamenesses

Are toe grabs the leading cause of racehorse breakdowns? Sharp increases in racehorse foreleg injuries is a hot topic and a recent study points a finger at toe grabs, racetrack surfaces and horse fatigue.


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Hot Off The Shelf

Check out some eye-catching products unveiled at the recent American Farrier’s Association Convention and Bluegrass Laminitis Symposium
By Paul Sweitzer posted on May 1, 1999 | Posted in Equipment
Check out some eye-catching products unveiled at the recent American Farrier’s Association Convention and Bluegrass Laminitis Symposium
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Striking A Balance

By Paul Sweitzer posted on May 1, 1999 | Posted in Education
When it comes to hoof balance, most farriers rely on “feel” over facts. “Looking down the leg” and inspecting worn shoes may be tried methods, but they’re hardly scientific.
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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

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Farriery requires knowledge and skills to provide proper equine hoof care. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY, American Farriers Journal visits Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. In this edition, Chris Gregory discussed his journey to becoming an educator, his focus in teaching farrier students and the state of farrier education.

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