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Mollie Nelson

Mollie Nelson

Mollie Nelson has been writing and editing professionally for over a year. A Wisconsin native, she is the Assistant Editor of American Farriers Journal.
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Career Advice From A Farrier Who Was In Your Place

By Mollie Nelson posted on July 30, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Education
Completing farrier school is an event that sparks transformation: a former student suddenly becomes a professional farrier, and from there, often progresses to being a small business owner. The first few years can bring many challenges, but also insight gained through experience. Stanley Mullen of Selwyn, New Zealand, is familiar with this, having graduated in 2015 from the Kentucky Horseshoeing School in Richmond, Ky.
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Protecting The Barefoot Horse’s Feet

Two studies from Western Kentucky University explore how hoof boots help barefoot horses
By Mollie Nelson posted on June 27, 2018 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Safety & Healthcare, Shoeing
Although some would argue that going barefoot is more natural for the horse in the long run, the fact remains that barefoot horses still face many of the same health concerns that shod horses do — and perhaps are at greater risk for developing complications from walking on man-made or rough terrains. Yet when a client insists that their horse is better off barefoot, what can a farrier do?
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Farriers Week
News & Notes

Now Accepting Submissions For The 2018 Farriers Spotlight

We’re looking for tributes of our favorite hard workers for the 20th annual National Farriers Week
By Mollie Nelson posted on May 3, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients
Farriers work hard year-round to provide quality hoof care for horses worldwide. Although we hope appreciation is shown all year long, each year we set aside a week dedicated to honoring your work. The 20th annual Farriers Week, sponsored by American Farriers Journal, will take place from July 8-14, 2018.
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Dave Giza
News & Notes

Be Ready To Think Outside The Box

Virginia farrier Dave Giza shares his atypical approach in treating a difficult hoof-care case
By Mollie Nelson posted on March 12, 2018 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Diseases, Lamenesses, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing, Trimming
Every now and then, farriers have to think outside the box when confronting multiple problems to restore the health of a horse's foot. Achilles was one of those horses that challenged farrier Dave Giza to be creative with hoof-care solutions. He had to meet unusual challenges with a unique support team, creative use of tools and new methods to reach a good end result.
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AFA and AAPF Weigh In On AVMA's Proposed Farrier Exemption Elimination

By Mollie Nelson posted on February 9, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Shoeing, Therapeutic Shoeing
Discussion concerning proposed changes to the Model Veterinary Practice Act continues to grow. Both the American Farrier’s Association and American Association of Professional Farriers issued statements Friday regarding their knowledge of and stance on the proposed elimination of the farrier exemption.
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American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.
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2019 American Farrier’s Association Convention Vern Hornquist Memorial Class

2019 American Farrier’s Association Convention Vern Hornquist Memorial Class

Watch International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member Roy Bloom of Drummond, Wis., as he forges the winning shoe during the Vern Hornquist Memorial Class at the 2019 American Farrier’s Association Convention in Tulsa, Okla. Bloom forged a 10 1/4” x 3/8” x 1” shoe from a 4 1/2” x 5” piece of aluminum bar stock. The toe must be 3/16” and the heel must be 1/2”. It also must fit six #4 city head nails.
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