Jeff Cota
Maine native Jeff Cota joined Lessiter Media in January of 2014 and serves as the current editor of American Farriers Journal. Jeff enjoys photography, baseball, and the “opportunity to meet and learn from some great people in a fascinating trade.”
Contact: jcota@lessitermedia.com
Contact: jcota@lessitermedia.com
ARTICLES
Getting Reiners Through a Critical Year
Texas shoer suggests slider modifications to keep equine athletes going
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A World Cup Education
Jason Critton’s farrier team embraces the chance to learn from some of the best at the FEI jumping and dressage finals
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Putting Service in Customer Service
East Texas farrier thrives by embracing marketing and good business practices
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Trimming Significantly Changes Hoof Morphology
Study concludes the mustang roll trim is detrimental to the equine foot
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Making His Mark As A Cutting Horse Shoer
Texas farrier Jake Whitman draws from his time as a trainer to keep these athletes going
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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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