A dedicated and valuable member of the Lessiter Media family, Amy earned the respect of hundreds of folks she worked closely with from around the world.
Subtle lameness observations, shifts in hoof quality and environmental stressors are already influencing farriery decisions, owner management and our shared preparation for what lies ahead. This installment of the 1 Horse, 1 Farrier, 1 Year project was made possible by Triple Crown Nutrition.
Mike Norris is among a rare breed in hoof care. The Garden City, Mo., farrier is one of the few who shoes Arabian show horses, and he’s fine with that. It just means he has more Arabians to shoe.
While studies on hot‑shoe smoke are scarce, farriers often report symptoms reminiscent of chronic smoke exposure, including persistent coughs, sinus irritation and breathlessness.
Have you found yourself so frustrated with this job that throwing in the towel becomes a serious consideration? The story I’m about to share sparked a 7-plus-year return to academics, two postgraduate degrees, a U.S. patent for a novel horseshoe and a research study examining breakover.
The horse’s forelimbs are designed to receive the weight and energy generated at each step by the hindquarters. In the forelimb, substance and correct alignment and articulation are thus of the greatest importance.
Setting yourself and your business up for financial success doesn’t just mean charging more year over year. It also means safeguarding against life’s contingencies and planning for its certainties.
For any young person, it can be difficult to articulate long-term goals. They may not exist yet. However, giving yourself direction can help gain relevant experience while learning more about yourself and your ambitions along the way.
There is a seemingly insurmountable mountain of knowledge to absorb or implement when starting your practice. For 2024 Rising Shoeing Star Amanda Smith, the key is to keep moving forward and say yes to every opportunity.
A dedicated and valuable member of the Lessiter Media family, Amy earned the respect of hundreds of folks she worked closely with from around the world.
Subtle lameness observations, shifts in hoof quality and environmental stressors are already influencing farriery decisions, owner management and our shared preparation for what lies ahead. This installment of the 1 Horse, 1 Farrier, 1 Year project was made possible by Triple Crown Nutrition.
Mike Norris is among a rare breed in hoof care. The Garden City, Mo., farrier is one of the few who shoes Arabian show horses, and he’s fine with that. It just means he has more Arabians to shoe.
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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.
At Doc Foal's, we manufacture The Black Pads and The Black Pads PLUS (featuring embedded magnets and copper). Our hybrid pads work seamlessly with your choice of conventional horseshoe, combining metal for structure with polyurethane for exceptional comfort and shock absorption.
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We stock a wide range of high-quality products from trusted brands to ensure durability, performance, and reliability in every job you undertake. Our extensive inventory of horseshoe products and farrier tools means you can find everything you need in one place, saving you time and effort. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to providing excellent customer service, prompt shipping, and hassle-free returns.
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.