From the monthly archives:

January 2010

7 Farrier Fundamentals

January 29, 2010 0 comments

It’s important to have a memorized sequence of performing farrier skills so  nothing is left out.  This is the sequence we teach at Butler Professional Farrier School.  The image in the mind guides the craftsman’s hands.  This sequence must be practiced until it becomes a habit. 1. ASSESSMENT Consider horse, shoe wear, and conditions 2. [...]

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FAQ #13 Why does a horse get nail-quicked?

January 22, 2010 0 comments

Hoof wall thicknesses vary. There is a very small margin for error. The farrier must pay close attention to selecting and driving each nail.  Not all nails are manufactured perfectly, and misshapen nails might not drive straight. However, nail quicking isn’t the only kind of quicking that can affect a horse – he can also [...]

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Trustworthy Farriers Horse Owners Can Depend Upon

January 15, 2010 3 comments

Farriers perform a valuable service for people who care about their horses. It’s important to be trustworthy and do the job right. Let me share a true story. A stone mason was laying very large stones for the walls of a large church building. One of the stones had a crack on the very inside [...]

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FAQ #12 What hoof knife brands are the best for their money?

January 15, 2010 0 comments

I believe the NC Tool hoof knife is the best value for the money.  They come sharp and are easy to keep sharp.  And they are relatively inexpensive to replace.  I think the best hoof knives in the market are Ringel knives.  I use them in my work, for they are made of high quality [...]

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5 Farrier Business Tips to Avoid “Running to and Fro”

January 7, 2010 3 comments

By the end of the first week in January, many people have already abandoned their new year’s goals.  Others are perplexed — “ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.” (2 Timothy 2:17) There is much confusing and even false information in the farrier industry.  It’s up to each horse [...]

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