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Study: Barefoot Trimming Can Impact Hoof Conformation
A specific trimming technique increased the hoof's weight-bearing area and increased the heel angle.
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Look, Ma--No Shoes!
Study examines changes in toe angle and proximal hoof circumference without shoes.
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Spontaneous Quarter Crack? Check for Sheared Heels
One researcher says that it is very rare to see a spontaneous quarter crack not associated with sheared heels.
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Study: Barefoot Trimming Can Impact Hoof Conformation
January 03, 2013
A specific trimming technique increased the hoof's weight-bearing area and increased the heel angle.... Read More
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Look, Ma--No Shoes!
December 13, 2012
Study examines changes in toe angle and proximal hoof circumference without shoes.... Read More
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Canadian Association of Professional Farriers Launched
November 28, 2012
The organization will promote the integrity of the industry and strengthen members' knowledge and skill set.... Read More
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Univ. of Md. Extension Schedules Routine Horse Care Lectures
August 12, 2012
The three-part series will cover routine veterinary, farriery, and dental care.... Read More
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Spontaneous Quarter Crack? Check for Sheared Heels
March 19, 2012
One researcher says that it is very rare to see a spontaneous quarter crack not associated with sheared heels.... Read More
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2012 International Hoof Care Summit Set for Jan. 31-Feb. 3
December 31, 2011
The summit will offer 68 hours of hoof care education focused around the theme "Zeroing in on Soundness."... Read More
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Sparks Fly at 2011 Cornell Farrier Conference
November 28, 2011
Certified farriers offered hands-on instruction in blacksmithing, tool-making, and horseshoe preparation.... Read More
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Therapeutic Shoeing Part 2: Hardware and Healing
November 01, 2011
We examine some common foot pathologies and therapy options... Read More
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Equine Lameness and Podiatry Lecture Scheduled for Nov. 12
October 31, 2011
Equine lameness exams, regenerative medicine, podiatry advancements, and case studies will be discussed.... Read More
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Introduction to Farriery Short Course Scheduled
October 12, 2011
The University of Maryland Extension has scheduled an Introduction to Farriery Short Course for Dec. 3-4.... Read More
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Long Toes in Horses: A Pain in the Butt?
May 03, 2011
Your equine athlete's performance hasn't been blue ribbon-worthy as of late. Or maybe your broodmare's gaits are looking a little off kilter. Could long toes on the hind feet be to blame? According to the results of a recent study, the answer in some... Read More
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Finding a Farrier
March 01, 2011
Find the best farrier to take care of your horse's feet with these six tips for seeking out a horseshoer.... Read More
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Hoof Cracks, Wounds, and More Discussed at Farrier Session (AAEP 2010)
February 12, 2011
"No foot, no horse" is perhaps the most used and still the most true statement there is in horse care. A horse is generally worthless without functional feet, which is why the American Association of Equine Practitioners devoted a... Read More
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2011 KHC Conference Features Equine Business, Farriery Seminars
January 03, 2011
The Kentucky Horse Council (KHC) Annual Conference will be held Jan. 14 at the Lexington Convention Center in conjunction with the Ag Industry Trade Show, Kentucky Cattlemen's Convention, and Burley Tobacco Coop Conference. The conference officially ... Read More
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Farrier Association Donation Supports UM Equine Program
December 29, 2010
The University of Maine's (UM) equine program received a donation from the Maine Farriers Association on Dec. 10.... Read More
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UC Davis to Host "Hoof Management in Sport Horses" Lecture
December 25, 2010
The 2011 Charles Heumphreus Memorial Lecture will take place on Jan. 29, 2011, at the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. Michael Ross, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, and Patrick Reilly, farrier, both from the New Bolton Center of the ... Read More
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Farriery Track Returns to AAEP Convention
December 05, 2010
"The AAEP feels it's very important to try to bring vets and farriers together," said Steve O'Grady, DVM, BVSc, MRCVS. "The AAEP accomplishes that by providing quality continuing education for both veterinarians and farriers and by bringing farriers... Read More
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Laminitis Diagnosis and Treatment: Free Webinar Sept. 21
September 17, 2010
Laminitis: The very word strikes fear into the hearts of most horse people, particularly those who followed the ups and downs of such publicized cases as Barbaro's. The disease is clearly an emergency, but it's one that can often be overcome or minim... Read More
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How To Become A Farrier
August 01, 2010
Schools and continuing education courses are designed to help farriers get their shoeing businesses launched.... Read More
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Equitarianism Brings Veterinary and Farrier Care to Dominican Republic Equids
July 06, 2010
Through literally hundreds of vaccinations and dewormings, 60 surgeries, nutrition training, and a nationwide farrier clinic, all from June 6-13, the Dominican Republic's horses, donkeys, and mules are once again benefiting from a new conce... Read More
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Horse Skeleton Donated to New Bolton Center
March 08, 2010
The New Bolton Center recently received a fully-constructed skeleton of a horse. Acquired in a raffle at the recent American Farrier's Journal Annual Hoof Summit Conference in Cincinnati, the skeleton was given to the school by Bill ... Read More
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Equine Foot Lameness Discussed by AAEP Veterinarians
March 05, 2010
Foot lameness in horses was the topic of two separate Table Topics during the 2009 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Convention in Las Vegas, Nev., in early December. About 100 veterinarians attended each session. A... Read More
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Horse Hoof Trimming Guidelines (AAEP 2009)
February 04, 2010
One of the biggest troubles with discussing horse hoof trimming and balance is that when it comes to hoof balance, there isn't a set definition. This makes it challenging for everyone to achieve a balanced foot. At the 2009 American Associa... Read More
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Texas Equine Podiatry Conference Registration Open
October 16, 2009
The Texas Equine Veterinary Association (TEVA) and the Podiatry Center at Reata Equine Hospital are hosting the Second Annual Texas Equine Podiatry Conference on Nov. 12-14, 2009, in Fort Worth, Texas.Hot on the heels of last year'... Read More
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American Farrier's Association to Provide Hoof Care at WEG Test Events
June 11, 2009
The American Farrier's Association (AFA) will provide hoof care services for the test events leading up to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. As the Official Farriers for the games, the AFA has extended its partnership to provide... Read More
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