Lydia Mudd, DVM, is an equine veterinarian from Janssen Veterinary Clinic in central Indiana, where the caseload allows her to cultivate her passions for podiatry and fostering the veterinary-farrier relationship.

4 Tips to Build Up Your Team

Veterinarians and farriers have different strengths that can complement each other and benefit horse clients.

By Lydia Mudd posted on December 1, 2019 | Posted in Business Practices, Clients, Education, Therapeutic Shoeing

Most, if not all, professional environments require a certain amount of cooperation and communication between team members to achieve a successful outcome. This is no different for equine health professions.

Severe White Line Disease Causes Serious Problems

Infection leads to hoof capsule destabilization and coffin bone displacement in a Western Pleasure mare

By Lydia Mudd posted on April 7, 2018 | Posted in Clients, Diseases, Lamenesses, Therapeutic Shoeing

White line disease (WLD) is a common hoof disorder, particularly in horses kept in moist or humid environments. While many cases are relatively minor, severe cases can develop that require the expertise of a farrier and veterinarian team.

Videos

Trusted 20-year-old Trailer Earns High Marks from Farrier

In this episode, Arizona farrier Eric Billingsley shows the 4-Star gooseneck trailer and truck he relies on to navigate the hilly, desert country he calls home. He purchased and designed that trailer about 20 years ago and it continues to provide Billingsley and his apprentices with business efficiency and peace of mind.

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International Hoof-Care Summit -- 2021 Virtual Clinic Series

Date: 02/01/21

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To meet the unique education needs and interests of farriers during this COVID era, the International Hoof-Care Summit has been reimagined as a VIRTUAL event for 2021!

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Life Data Labs Inc

Life Data Labs Inc. is a dedicated product manufacturer committed to producing premium quality animal nutrition and health products through continuous product improvement and new product development. First-class ingredients, fresh products, consistent high quality and scientifically proven effectiveness are the principal features of Life Data Labs animal health products. And that's why they've produced the #1 recommended hoof supplement by farriers for 12 consecutive years.

Kawell USA

Kawell develops and produces copper alloy horseshoes and inserts, giving horses the care that they need to fight issues associated with white line disease, seedy toe and thrush.

SmartPak

From the feed room to the tack room, SmartPak offers innovative solutions to help riders take great care of their horses. SmartPak was founded in 1999 with the introduction of the patented SmartPak™ supplement feeding system. The revolutionary, daily dose SmartPaks are custom-made for your horse, individually labeled and sealed for freshness.

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4 Tips to Build Up Your Team

Severe White Line Disease Causes Serious Problems

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