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Research Journal: March 2023
The information, ideas, and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Book review
Shoeing the Modern Horse: The Horse Owner’s Guide to Farriery and Hoof Care
By Steve Kraus, CJF, with Katie Navarra
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The Way it Was
Backyard Horses Deserve Farriers’ Respect
Retired shoer owes his 50-year career to backyard horses
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Farriers Honored as Rising Shoeing Stars
Trio recognized for an outstanding start to their young careers
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2020 International Hoof-Care Summit
The 17th annual International Hoof-Care Summit drew farriers and equine veterinarians to Cincinnati, Ohio, for 4 days of footcare education. With a theme of “Focus on Hoof Care for a Healthier Horse," the Summit demonstrated why it’s truly international with attendees and exhibitors representing 21 countries.
2019 Forge of July
Farriers from around the country attended the third annual Forge of July in Shelbyville, Ky.
Andrew Neilson Forging
Oxford, Pa., farrier Andrew Neilson demonstrates how he packs his tools for forging contests.
2015 International Hoof-Care Summit
A record number of farriers and equine veterinarians soaked up 4 days of intense continuing footcare education at the 12th annual International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio.
2018 Colorado Classic
Chris and Cody Gregory of Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo., were the clinicians and judges of the 2018 Colorado Classic in Kremmling, Colo.
World Championship Blacksmiths event at the Goshen Stampede June 2018
World Championship Blacksmiths held its second competition of the season June 15-17, 2018, at the Goshen Stampede in Goshen, Conn. It was the first time that the WCB staged an event at the Goshen Stampede.
Wisconsin Equine Clinic
Lexington, Ky., farrier Bobby Menker discusses everyday performance horse shoeing during a hoof-care clinic at Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital in Oconomowoc, Wis.
Anvil Brand Clinic: February 2018
Hall Of Fame farrier Billy Crothers demonstrated a number of forging and shoeing techniques designed to improve efficiency in your hoof-care practice at the annual Anvil Brand Shoeing Co. winter clinic in Lexington, Ill.
2017 World Horseshoeing Classic Photo Gallery
Photos from the 2017 World Horseshoeing Classic held at the Kentucky Horseshoeing School (KHS) in Richmond, Ky.
2016 International Hoof-Care Summit
Take a sneak peek into a sampling of what 2016 International Hoof-Care Summit attendees experienced at our 13th annual event.
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A Day With World Class Farrier Bobby Menker
Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital
39151 Delafield Rd.
Oconomowoc, WI
United States
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Virginia Horseshoers Association Hands-On Clinic
160 Mica Springs Lane
Mineral, VA
United States
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Everyday Essential Horseshoe Modifications
3/25/17 10:00 am CST
Spanish Lake Blacksmith Farrier Supplies
2793 W Meyer Rd.
Foristell, MO
United States
Live
Pennsylvania Professional Farriers Association Clinic
7/1/17
S&S Stables
375 Coffroath Rd.
Coatesville, PA
United States
Live
"Back to the Basics" Clinic
8/11/17 8:30 am EST
Strain Equine Services, LLC
17041 158th St
Bonner Springs, KS
United States
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Vettec Hands-On Workshop
8/26/17 9:00 am EST
Green County Horseshoes
10711 Route 32
Greenville, NY
United States
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Proper Hoofcare And Conformation And How It Effects Soundness Clinic
9/23/17
IFA Country Store - Riverton
1926 West 12600 South
Riverton, UT
United States
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