On March 14, 2026, the California Professional Farriers Association Facebook page announced that it had filed all the necessary state and federal paperwork to become a nonprofit organization.
Chase Rutledge takes a holistic approach to mentorship — he wants to ensure that his students are well-equipped to deal with everything life can throw at them, in and out of a barn.
The American Farrier's Association Foundation recently announced an International Outreach Committee to facilitate educational opportunities in countries lacking organized access to farrier education.
The American Farrier’s Association (AFA) recently announced that any AFA members certified by the Farrier International Testing System (FITS) are recognized at an equivalent level by the AFA.
The American Farrier’s Association (AFA) debuted the Certified Race Plater (CRP) exam at a recent Texas Professional Farriers Association (TPFA) certification.
This Week: Hoof-care professionals across the country and the ocean are sharing what they know with others in the industry through social media, webinars and videos. Here are a few of our favorites. Hoof-Care Highlights is brought to you by Kawell USA.
Last week, American Farriers Journal (AFJ) Editor Jeff Cota and I were recapping the great memories flowing in on the history of AFJ. After asking me of my observations, Jeff invited me to contribute an “essay” of my own. I was glad to oblige.
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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Equilox International Inc. specializes in equine horse hoof adhesives. Developed in 1988 after many trials and extensive research at leading universities and equine centers throughout the U.S., the Equilox Adhesive Hoof Repair System was originally used to treat competitive horses. Now, Equilox Adhesive is used by farriers, equine centers, and horse owners — as well as various zoo and wildlife centers — throughout the world.