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Research Journal: January/February 2018

The information, ideas and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.

By Albert Kane posted on January 6, 2018 | Posted in Disciplines & Breeds, Diseases

A cross-sectional study in England examined the accuracy of owners reporting laminitis in their horses and ponies. The objective was to determine the percentage of owner-reported cases of laminitis that were later confirmed by a veterinarian and to compare the owner’s observations of potential risk factors to the veterinarian’s observations.

Shop Talk: Nutrition's Impace on Hoof Quality a Major Concern

February 24, 2015

A recent survey of horse owners indicates 57% have nutritional concerns when it comes to the condition of the equine hoof

What About Joint Supplements?

By Christy Corp-Minamiji DMV posted on February 18, 2015

A recent search of a popular Internet farm and livestock supply site1 returned more than 90 product hits for joint supplements.

Pluses And Minuses Of Backyard Horses

March 2, 2012 | Posted in Clients

Farriers share more thoughts on the good and bad of having backyard horses make up a major part of their shooing books. This is a continuation of the story that appeared in the March 2012 issue.

Back To The Basics In A Rescue Case

Recalling a case he saw nearly 20 years ago, a farrier keeps it simple to save a neglected horse

By Jeremy McGovern posted on December 1, 2011 | Posted in Shoeing

Trimming backyard ponies isn’t something Tony Guilmette typically does in his practice.

Double-Barreled Hoof-Care Advice

Building Relationships is Critical

Communicating effectively with owners, trainers, riders, veterinarians, students and other shoers is as important as knowing the latest footcare techniques

September 1, 2009 | Posted in Education

Communicating effectively with owners, trainers, riders, veterinarians, students and other shoers is as important as knowing the latest footcare techniques

Don't Let the Dogs Out!

Eliminating potential dangers before they lead to injuries comes with experience in horseshoeing

By Tom Fewick posted on May 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

Broken cross-ties, scattered shoeing nails, neat slices of hoof trimmings and empty bandage wrappers litter an otherwise clean barn aisle. Like a crime scene investigation, it appears someone got in trouble while shoeing.

Farrriers Roundtable

When Do You Drop Certain Clients?

December 1, 2005 | Posted in Clients

How do you know when it’s time to drop certain shoeing clients?

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Proximal Hoof Cracks

March 1, 2004 | Posted in Shoeing

Q: Could someone please discuss any experience they may have had with hoof cracks that start at the hairline? What causes them and how can they best be treated when shoeing?

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Founder During Pregnancy, Customer Not Following Advice

January 1, 2004 | Posted in Shoeing

Q: I work on an 8-year old Morgan mare that has a somewhat cresty neck and is a little overweight. Previous owners reported that she foundered during both of her pregnancies (but not saying whether they overfed her grain, or made other changes to her or her environment once she was bred).

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Factory Shoe Size vs. Steel Length

Illinois farrier Vern Powell shares the benefits of looking at feet in terms of steel length instead of a standard factory shoe sizes. It could give you a leg up in a forging competition or when sitting for an examination.

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