Tom Schell

Tom Schell, DVM, CVCH is a practicing equine veterinarian, barefoot trimmer, researcher and product developer for North Carolina-based Nouvelle Research Inc.

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Dig Deeper When Tackling Inflammation

Examining the hoof, diet, gut health and stress can bring clarity

By Tom Schell posted on December 4, 2017 | Posted in Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Hoof balance and proper shoeing or trimming are part of what you do daily, assisting each horse not only in comfort but also performance through movement.

Lessen Inflammation’s Effect On Joint Health

Farriers’ early recognition can help slow the degeneration of the condition

By Tom Schell posted on September 11, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Equine joint pain impacts performance, overall mobility and can really make a farrier’s job more difficult. It is expected, on some level, as horses get older, but joint pain impacts almost every performance horse additionally.

Moving Beyond The Pain And Swelling Of Equine Inflammation

Deeper knowledge of the concept can improve outcomes for horses

By Tom Schell posted on July 3, 2017 | Posted in Anatomy, Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses, Nutrition

Is there more to heat, pain and lameness than meets the eye? Is there a reason why a horse is not responding to therapies? Potentially, yes. A farrier often is the first line of defense in identifying inflammation of the distal limb, and understanding its influence is critical for proper management.

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Farriers Week 2019 Tributes

Farriers Week is a time to annually recognize the hoof-care professionals who make a difference in the equine industry. American Farriers Journal solicited tributes from members of the equine community. This video honors many of the farriers featured in this year's tributes, with words of wisdom taken from International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member Dave Farley's closing speech at the 2015 International Hoof-Care Summit

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Southern California Classic Warm Up & AFA Certification Training and Support

Date: 08/23/19

Location: Lake Perris, CA

The Western States Farrier's Association will host a Southern California Classic Warm Up and American Farrier's Association Certification Training and Support Clinic. Travis Baker will be the clinician.

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