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Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Horseshoes for the US Army: A 300-mile march on pavement tested calks for artillery horses

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Here's the 112th Field Artillery, a New Jersey unit, in marching formation. Notice how close to the side of the road they are, particul...
Sunday, December 16, 2012

When the Master's Away, His Apprentices Will Play (Music, That Is)

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People sometimes refer to the musical sound of horse hooves. Others remark on the music that the hammer makes on the anvil. Hit the ...
Saturday, December 15, 2012

Farriers Finish 1-2-3 In the Saddle--Not in the Forge--at FEI Bayer New Zealand Showjumping World Cup

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Something caught my eye today in a news release from the always-helpful Equestrian New Zealand High Performance Media Liaison Officer, D...
Thursday, December 13, 2012

Silent Anvil: World Champion Farrier Richard Ellis Has Died

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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Laminitis-Surviving Rodeo Star "Vegas" Is Back: Turtle Powell's AQHA Roping Horse of the Year Returns to National Finals Rodeo

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Back at it: 2010 AQHA Team Roping Header Horse of the Year RA Sonoita Silver (a.k.a. "Vegas"), was back in his namesake town l...
Friday, December 07, 2012

On the Case: Wrapping Up a White Line Disease Rebuild

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  A Series of Case Reports from The Hoof Blog Lameness-specialist veterinarian Mark Silverman, left, and creative-thinking farrier ...
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Hoofcare Publishing chronicles progress in the art and science of preventing, recognizing and treating lameness problems in horses. Methods covered range from barefoot trimming to hoof boots, horseshoeing, equine podiatry and veterinary medical and surgical treatment. The history and culture of the professions are also a feature. The Hoof Blog is written for and by the dedicated professionals from all fields who are at work in the rewarding pursuit of optimizing performance or facilitating rehabilitation. Hoofcare Publishing supports and champions a diverse worldwide community of professionals via a portfolio of educational and media projects and publications. Fran Jurga's Hoof Blog © 2004-2024 Hoofcare Publishing. No use of content or images without permission. Social media sharing is encouraged and appreciated.
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