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Shop Talk: April 2020

April 10, 2020 | Posted in Business Practices, Education

The American Farrier’s Association held its 49th annual convention in Chattanooga, Tenn. Farriers gathered to compete at the 2020 National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition, attend educational programs and visit the Farrier Industry Association (FIA) Marketplace. Music City Horseshoers Association was the host chapter of this year’s event.

Press Release

Veterinarian Places in National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition

Farrier and doctor of veterinary medicine Adam Pendleton earns second place in two-person draft

March 26, 2020 | Posted in Forging

Source: HandforgedVet Equine Clinic

Marblehead, Ohio, farrier and veterinarian Adam Pendleton made history during the 2020 American Farrier’s Association Convention in Chattanooga, Tenn., when he became the first veterinarian to ribbon in the National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition.

News & Notes

Vet-Farrier Team Chronicles Use Of Heart Bars In 2 Cases At AFA Convention

By Jeff Cota posted on February 27, 2015 | Posted in Education, Forging, Therapeutic Shoeing

Veterinarians and farriers alike often discuss the importance of a strong relationship.

Shoeing For A Living

[Video] Shoeing For Elvis

June 26, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices, Shoeing

This farrier has spent nearly 30 years shoeing horses for the King of rock 'n roll.

Local Association Spotlight

Mustad Scholars Named

Six earn grants from funds raised during 2008 AFA?Convention

September 1, 2008 | Posted in Education

Mustad Hoofcare Center has announced the six recipients of its scholarship essay contest for farrier students. Recipients were given a $750 scholarship to help offset the costs of their farrier education.

Tips For Working With Aluminum

As the demand grows for these light, versatile shoes, it makes sense for farriers to learn the ins and outs of using them

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2007

If you should one day decide you'd like to carry every aluminum horseshoe on the market, you'd better plan on buying a big shoeing rig.

Horseshoers Gather In New Mexico’s High Desert Country

American Farrier’s Association officials say Albuquerque convention ranks among the best ever for the organization

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2007 | Posted in Trimming

With the Sandia Mountains looming overhead, members of the American Farrier’s Association gathered along the banks of the Rio Grande River in Albuquerque, N.M., for their annual convention from Feb. 27 to March 3.

A Farrier’s Viewpoint...

Why I Oppose The Regulation Of American Farriers

By Doug Butler posted on September 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

I have been involved in farrier education for the past 40 years in America and throughout the world.

Some Chattanooga AFA Highlights

May 1, 2005 | Posted in Education

DURING THE American Farrier’s Association annual convention in Chattanooga, Tenn., in late February, members re-elected Bob Earle of Chino Valley, Ariz., as vice president and Walt Taylor of Albuquerque, N.M., as treasurer.

Horse Owners Welcome

"Horseman's Day" helps bring record-breaking crowd to AFA convention in Chattanooga

By Pat Tearney posted on May 1, 2005 | Posted in Clients, Disciplines & Breeds

Dedicating a portion of the American Farrier’s Association convention to horse owners was apparently a good move, as record-breaking numbers attended the event in Chattanooga, Tenn., during late February.

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Videos

Tool Tips: Tuning Your Pritchel to a Punch

Campbell, Texas, farrier and American Farriers Team member Sawyer Spradling demonstrates his approach to tuning a distorted pritchel to a punch, a skill that has served him well when he travels to clinics and competitions.

Events

International Hoof-Care Summit -- 2021 Virtual Clinic Series

Date: 02/01/21

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To meet the unique education needs and interests of farriers during this COVID era, the International Hoof-Care Summit has been reimagined as a VIRTUAL event for 2021!

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