This past November, I attended the American Farrier’s Association (AFA) Convention in Arlington, Texas. With few options of large-scale farrier gatherings over the past several months, it was great to get back together with hundreds of farriers.
The World Championship Blacksmiths wrapped up its 15th season by crowning a familiar name as its national champion in early December in Fort Worth, Texas.
Tony Gathof, a construction inspector for the Louisville, Ky., Water Co., was watching for foundry marks on the 36-inch cast-iron pipe when a horseshoe was unearthed.
Referring clients to a specialist is a common and valuable practice that’s proven extremely advantageous for patient outcomes. It is also proven valuable for professional development and advancement.
Arguably, no other instrument used by farriers has created such controversy as the hoof knife. Improper use of hoof knives have been the cause of lameness for more than 200 years — and still does today.
The information, ideas and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.
This past November, I attended the American Farrier’s Association (AFA) Convention in Arlington, Texas. With few options of large-scale farrier gatherings over the past several months, it was great to get back together with hundreds of farriers.
Referring clients to a specialist is a common and valuable practice that’s proven extremely advantageous for patient outcomes. It is also proven valuable for professional development and advancement.
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