Fran Jurga`s Hoofcare + Lameness
Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Silent Anvil: Elvis's Horseshoer Has Left the Building, But Not Our Lives

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Mississippi/Tennessee horseshoer Lim Couch died this week. He was Elvis's horseshoer and a longtime officer of the American Farrier...
Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Triple Crown Hindsight: California Chrome's Hoof Bulb Injury in Pictures

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The dream is over, and that's horse racing. The champion is just a horse, after all. But a special one.
Saturday, June 07, 2014

California Chrome: Horseshoer Judd Fisher with a Horse on the Doorstep of History

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Best of luck to California horseshoer Judd Fisher as he waits to find out if the horse with his shoes on will make history today by beco...

Who Shod the Last Triple Crown Winner?

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Sometimes a great event gives me a chance to dig into the archives and find some lost facts that deserve to have another chance to shine....

Triple Crown: Remembering Affirmed, the Horseshoer's Son, and the Horseshoer Himself

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Whenever a big race is coming up, you'll see The Hoof Blog joyfully tweeting good wishes to jockey Rosie Napravnik. She is, after all,...
Friday, May 23, 2014

E-Hoof: European Hoofcare Educational Reference Takes Profession to the Next Level

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E-hoof.com is in the launching stage and is available for a ten-day free trial. The massive reference and education site has been under...
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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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