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November 2014 AFJ

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November 2014

Volume: 40
Edition: 7

American Farriers Journal is the “hands-on” magazine for professional farriers, equine veterinarians and horse care product and service buyers.

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    Table Of Contents

    AFJ's 2014 farrier supplies and services

    When You Need The Answers, You Will Find Them Here

    November 1, 2013 | Posted in Education
    The 2015 American Farriers Journal directory is the ultimate resource to hoof-care industry contacts. Use it to quickly locate reliable information you need about farrier-related products, services, people and organizations
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    Farrier Income Continues Gradual Gain

    Data gleaned from the latest American Farriers Journal Farrier Business Practices survey indicates the hoof-care industry is holding its own and is apparently doing better than other areas of the equine market
    By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices
    Despite a slower than anticipated recovery in the overall equine community, farriers appear to be doing considerably better than 2 years ago with average incomes increasing by 12% for full-time farriers and by an astounding 50% for part-time farriers.
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    Keeping Records Straight: The Electronic Way

    Because of the widespread usage of smartphones, options for digitizing the management of your business have improved
    By Paul Rackley posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
    A farrier practice is a business - there is no surprise about that. As professionals, practitioners have a responsibility to maintain accurate records to ensure proper scheduling, billing, payment and taxes. At the same time, farriers also should keep records on clients and the type of work conducted on their horses, including photographs of the feet or radiographs shared by veterinarians.
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    Red Flags for Farriers

    Recognize Different Types Of Problematic Clients

    Identifying traits of problematic clients will help you determine which ones to keep
    By Bob Smith posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Clients
    I'm sure you have clients who raise your blood pressure as soon as you see their name on your schedule. After years of hard work building a solid business, getting rid of clients seems to fly in the face of your desire to increase your client base and income. But firing clients may just be what your business and your mental health need.
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    Farriers Offer Valuable Apprenticeship Insights

    Hoof-care professionals detail payment methods, advantages and disadvantages of teaching apprentices in new one-of-a-kind survey
    By Jeff Cota posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
    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.
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    Hot Topics From AFJ’s Blog

    A look at our most popular online blogs from the past year, with a fresh perspective
    November 1, 2014 | Posted in Education
    Each week, American Farriers Journal editors discuss the latest events, hot topics and hoof-care techniques in our electronic newsletter.
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    New Exercise To Challenge Your Forging Skills

    Build a heart bar shoe for the “Summit Mail-In Forging Exercise” to earn a shirt and maybe win a buckle and International Hoof-Care Summit registration
    By Chris Gregory posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Forging
    Response to the final Calgary Mail-In Forging Exercise was so tremendous, it would be a shame to see it go away because of the Calgary Stampede’s decision to abandon a forging contest. Although Calgary may be gone, there is good news because a new mail-in forging exercise will take its place.
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    Must-Have Apps for Farriers

    These smartphone apps can help manage the business of a footcare practice or improve anatomical knowledge
    November 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices
    Smartphones have become necessary tools for farriers. As shown in the 2014 Farrier Business Practices Survey, 63% of farriers use a smartphone as their preferred business management tool.
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    Successful Farrier Website Owners Offer Helpful Tips

    Internet sites remain an easy and affordable option to promote your hoof-care practice
    By Jeff Cota posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices
    In today's tech savvy culture, it's something of a rarity to discover a business that's not taking advantage of the near necessity of the Internet to boost the bottom line. Yet, many farriers remain steadfast in relying on word of mouth to build their clientele.
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  • Featured Articles

    Featured Articles

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    Farrier Income Continues Gradual Gain

    Data gleaned from the latest American Farriers Journal Farrier Business Practices survey indicates the hoof-care industry is holding its own and is apparently doing better than other areas of the equine market
    By Frank Lessiter posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Business Practices
    Despite a slower than anticipated recovery in the overall equine community, farriers appear to be doing considerably better than 2 years ago with average incomes increasing by 12% for full-time farriers and by an astounding 50% for part-time farriers.
    Read More
    Red Flags for Farriers

    Recognize Different Types Of Problematic Clients

    Identifying traits of problematic clients will help you determine which ones to keep
    By Bob Smith posted on November 1, 2014 | Posted in Clients
    I'm sure you have clients who raise your blood pressure as soon as you see their name on your schedule. After years of hard work building a solid business, getting rid of clients seems to fly in the face of your desire to increase your client base and income. But firing clients may just be what your business and your mental health need.
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Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farrier Education: Heartland Horseshoeing School

Farriery requires knowledge and skills to provide proper equine hoof care. In this series, sponsored by VICTORY, American Farriers Journal visits Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. In this edition, Chris Gregory discussed his journey to becoming an educator, his focus in teaching farrier students and the state of farrier education.

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