Articles by Jeff Cota

Washington Farrier Helps Ease Slide Victims' Burden

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices

Oso Strong. The signs are everywhere after a massive mudslide devastated this tiny town in northwestern Washington state. Yet, a stranger doesn't need a sign to point out the dedication and sense of duty in its people and neighbors.

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Don't Forget About Posture

By Jeff Cota posted on April 4, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing

An inexperienced rider climbs into the saddle and sits on a horse. What happens? Snickers and giggles come from the other end of the barn.

Modifications Are Essential When Fitting Boots

By Jeff Cota and Frank Lessiter posted on April 2, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing

This article expands on the Pages 36 and 37 feature in the April 2014 issue of American Farriers Journal that dealt with how to "Boost Profits With Boots."

Workplace Safety: Never A Dull Moment With Knives

By Jeff Cota posted on April 2, 2014 | Posted in Equipment

Knives are as indispensable as any tool in the farrier's shoeing box. Used and maintained correctly, the various knives necessary to trim a hoof not only make the job easier, but safer.

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Tips to make your farrier practice safer.

By Jeff Cota posted on April 2, 2014 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

Tips to make your farrier practice safer.

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Don't Forget the Basics When Shoeing Sport Horses

Avoid the traps of accessories by focusing on the needs of the athlete

By Jeff Cota posted on April 1, 2014 | Posted in Shoeing

We can learn a lot from babies. They learn to crawl before walking. Oh sure, once they start walking they're in a hurry to start running. It's only human nature. We're an impatient lot. It's an urge that farriers no doubt find themselves struggling with from time to time.

Don't Leave Safety to Chance

Taking precautions doesn’t have to be time consuming

By Jeff Cota posted on April 1, 2014 | Posted in Safety & Healthcare

The fabric of farriery is interwoven with risk.

Farrier Tips

Need Sole Support? Raid The Toy Box

By Jeff Cota posted on March 27, 2014 | Posted in Therapeutic Shoeing

Shoeing international sport horses often forces a farrier to use some creativity to solve problems. If a horse you're shoeing needs a little extra support, U.S. Olympic team farrier Steve Teichman suggests raiding your child's toy box.

Vet, Farrier Dispute Cruel Conditions For New York Carriage Horses

By Jeff Cota posted on March 19, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds

While legislation has yet to be introduced, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's declaration to ban horse-drawn carriages stirred a hornet's nest among activists on both sides of the issue. Advocates of the industry say the horses receive outstanding care. Organizations such as New Yorkers for Clean Livable and Safe Streets claim the horses are abused and imprisoned within "tiny stalls."

Farrier Tips: Take The Chill Out Of Your Tools

By Jeff Cota posted on March 14, 2014 | Posted in Equipment

Just when it appears Mother Nature is ready to bid adieu to Old Man Winter, she allows him one last foray of frozen fun. The return to frigid weather adds yet another obstacle in an already difficult job for farriers.

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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

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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Articles by Jeff Cota

Washington Farrier Helps Ease Slide Victims' Burden

Don't Forget About Posture

Modifications Are Essential When Fitting Boots

Workplace Safety: Never A Dull Moment With Knives

Workplace Safety

Don't Forget the Basics When Shoeing Sport Horses

Don't Leave Safety to Chance

Need Sole Support? Raid The Toy Box

Vet, Farrier Dispute Cruel Conditions For New York Carriage Horses

Farrier Tips: Take The Chill Out Of Your Tools

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