We asked a number of veteran farriers to look back at their farrier school experiences and identify the one thing they wished they’d learned that would have helped their careers and would help new students get started on the right foot.
American Horse Publications (AHP) is asking for members of the equine industry to take part in its online survey. The AHP reports it is 2,000 responses away from reaching its goal of 10,000 responses total.
The American Horse Council will release a survey link on June 5 for the 2017 National Economic Impact Study of the U.S. horse industry. The survey will be available until Aug. 1.
After having back surgery, Hillsborough, N.C., farrier Jeff Denson wanted more balance to his work and family life, so he established working hours of 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. for his practice.
ArcEquine polled 600 horse owners about hoof issues and their farriers. Some findings are surprising, and then some are head scratchers (nearly 48% report abscesses as a most common hoof problem, beating out more likely candidates).
Recent surveys reveal significant differences between what farriers believe clients are seeking in terms of information and what horse owners really want
Results from two recent American Farriers Journal surveys indicate horse owners want considerably more hoof-care information than many farriers are providing. The owners also urged farriers to improve communications, get tougher on collecting past due payments and start accepting credit cards.
For the past 27 years, readers have relied on our November issue to deliver practical business information. This issue has focused on the non-footcare aspects of the farrier profession. The articles are intended to help farriers build better business practices through tested advice provided by other farriers.
More farriers across the country are increasing their production, enduring less physical stress and in turn boosting the industry, all after making one decision - hiring an apprentice. As a result, some show their appreciation with generous compensation.
Oleo Acres Farrier and Blacksmith Supply owner Rob Michel walks viewers through the Littleton, Colo., warehouse. Inventory is organized with the customer in mind. If the product is in stock and easy to find, farriers can spend more time under a horse, which Michel says is more money in your pocket.
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