American Farriers Journal

This reprint of several popular "Farriers' Roundtable" columns from American Farriers Journal gives world-class farriers' advice on using pads, traction devices, bar shoes, treating quarter cracks without time off, shoeing reining horses, and much, much more. This American Farriers Journal Special Management Report is a must for anyone dealing with hoof care.

64 pages (Pamphlet)

Item #: BK674

Gregory

Here's a practical step-by-step guide for building a shoe display board that will help you further educate your shoeing clients, work toward possible farrier certification and undertake a great learning experience.

24 pages (Pamphlet)

Item #: BK676

Blombach

Excellent study guide to prepare you for the Certified or Intern AFA Written Exam.  The present level of examination by the American Farriers association are "Intern", which indicates one who has successfully completed entry level examination, "Certified Farrier", recognition of individuals with a minumu of one year practical experience who have met the AFA's basic standard of horseshoeing knowledge and skill.

58 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Paperback)

Item #: BK76

72 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Paperback)

This “Complete Self Help Study Guide” contains new information essential to maximizing your written test score plus all the little known “ins and outs” of passing the AFA practical!

Item #: BK75

115 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Paperback)

Selected as one of the dozen best horseshoeing books ever published, this reprint of an exciting 1895 book written by a leading British veterinarian lays down correct principles and points out hundreds of highly technical details still essential to good shoeing.  Some 100 years later, farriers still rely on ideas from this highly valuable book in their daily shoeing work.  Must reading for anyone involved with hoof care!

Item #: BK6

103 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

Focusing on the very best techniques gleaned first published in 1927, The Art of Shoeing And Balancing the Trotter offers hundreds of practical techniques for dealing with one of the most controversial, yet least understood aspects of shoeing.  This installment in the American Farriers Journal series of "Farrier Classics," this 104-page book delivers plenty of fantastic ideas on effective balance that you can put to good use today -- regardless of the type of horses you shoe.

Item #: BK526

217 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

This installment in the American Farriers Journal's "Farrier Classics" series relies on the time-tested advice of renowned farrier George E. Rich.  A 240-page reprint of the original book from 1887 that was updated in 1907, complete with illustrations, this book will be appreciated by novice and experienced farriers alike.  With all its timeless information, photos and illustrations, you'll make this highly valuable book a part of your shoeing library's inventory.

Item #: BK15

By Chris Gregory

Chris Gregory, owner and instructor of the Heartland Horseshoeing School in Missouri, takes a step-by-step approach to help you improve your horseshoeing and forging skills. Lavishly illustrated and written by one of the top farriery instructors in the country, this book has something for everyone from the novice who is just starting out, to the experienced professional who wants to polish his skills.

Copywright 2004
Lessiter Publications
Spiral Bound
Soft Cover
128 pages

Item #: 755

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American Farriers Journal

Jam-packed with valuable checklists for horse owners and farriers alike, this report features 26 usable checklists on all aspects of hoof care and shoeing horses.  A practical tool for any horse-owner serious about hoof care-and a must-have reference for the professional farrier.

32 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Booklet)

Item #: BK113

Tom Ivers
Softcover
192 pages

Bowed tendons are the most dreaded performance injury in horses. The sight of a hot, swollen tendon strikes fear into the heart of every horse owner and trainer. Until now, there has been little sound advice on how to treat a bowed tendon and even less information on how to prevent one.

The Bowed Tendon Book outlines the hour-by-hour treatment for a bowed tendon and how to bring the horse back safely to winning performance. It explains how to spot a bow in the early stages and how to avoid bowed tendons altogether. This book tells why horses bow tendons and injure suspensory ligaments and how trainers, riders and farriers contribute to these injuries.

The Bowed Tendon Book tells how to distinguish a bow from other problems in the lower leg, how to detect the signs that a bow is imminent, and what critical steps to take within the first 72 hours after injury. Author Tom Ivers explains the best methods for treating a bowed tendon, why some methods do not work, exotic treatments for bowed tendons and the timetable for recovery.

Every horse owner, trainer and veterinarian should have The Bowed Tendon Book for instant reference in an emergency.

Item #: BK934

This illustrated 1941 technical manual was written by the War Department for cavalry farriers.  Beginning with a discussion on anatomy and physiology of the equine hoof and leg, this manual goes on to describe forging and shoeing practices, traction devices and hoof care for hardworking cavalry horses.  This reprint has invaluable information, diagrams and historical value.

Item #: BK91

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American Farriers Journal

"Checklists For Better Hoof Care" offers hundreds of excellent tips that will help you make sure that a horse is getting the footcare it needs. This new 32-page report includes 27 of the American Farriers Journal Checklists that have been a highly popular and useful feature of "The 'Hands-On' Magazine For Professional Farriers." A sequel to the best-selling "Book Of Farrier Lists," this new report includes tips from some of the best farriers in the business and will be of interest to horse owners, veterinarians and anyone interested in improving hoof care. Presented in an easy-to-use and easy-to-follow checklist format,"Checklists For Better Hoof Care" covers topics including: Bar Shoes: When And How To Use Them; 10 Commandments Of Good Hooves And Equine Health; 14 Tips For Preventing Grass Founder; Thoughts On Shoeing Club Feet; Keeping Thoroughbred Feet Healthy; and many more.

32 pages (Pamphlet)

Item #: BK675

Millwater

This 2006 Edition adds 25 pages of new material to the 2004 Special Anniversary Edition, which already boasted eighty new entries and greatly improved high-resolution illustrations... The "New Dictionary of Farrier Terms and Technical Language" is the authoritative lexicon of the art and science of farriery. It includes words from basic horsemanship and scientific language alike, making it useful for everyone from the professional farrier trying to understand the latest symposium lecturer's notes through the average horse owner who wants to converse for effectively with his or her horse's hoofcare provider. Originally published as the "Pocket Dictionary" in early 1994, the Dictionary was updated and expanded with new entries as well as selected phonetic guides, etymologies, and in-text illustrations, to become the "New Dictionary" in late 1995.

107 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback, wire 0 binding)

Item #: BK936

Hickman

The acknlowedged standard textbook is required reading for the Worshipful Company of Farriers examinations; Hickman's is a guide to shoe making and shoeing horses.  Presented in tru J.A. Allen style, the text and illustrations jump off the page.  The ste-by-step photographic series on basic blacksmithing and hoe making are clear and easy to follow with thorough captions.  Only the shoeing methods practiced in the United Kingdom are included, and those methods no longer in vogue have been relegated to the historical section.  Col. Hickman, who began his career in the Royal Arm Veterinary Corps in 1935, contributes prolifically to the equine veterinary and technical literature.  Martin Humphrey is an active veterinarian and farrier.

245 pages, 7-1/2 x 10 (Hardcover)

Item #: BK59

304 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

The in-depth shoeing advice presented over 100 years ago in this 304-page book will help you place many of today's shoeing challenges in proper perspective.  First published in 1894, the book outlines numerous rules for shoers based on David Roberge's 45 years of working with a footcare system in existence since 1850.  Besides offering detailed advice in 18 general areas of shoeing, this valuable reference zeros in which detailed explanations on 424 specific items that still relate to your veryday shoeing concerns.

Item #: BK524

Bergeleen

Bergy's first book contains everything your hose wants you to know about good horses.  This book offers an enlightening tour of the hoof.  Bergy provides a simple method for evaluating balance and stress in the hoof.  He is a long-time shoer, instructor and horseman.  his system has been tested "on the job," and he does a terrific job of explaining it to the reader.  If you are interested in natural hoof care but are not ready to take the shoes off your horse Bergy has the answer for you.

60 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

Item #: BK77

Doug Butler
90 pages
Illustrated
7 x 9 (Paperback)

This book is an easy-to-understand, reliable guide for every horse owner
concerned about the proper care of horses' feet. This book will help you:
- Understand what constitutes quality, humane horse and hoof care.
- Learn about common foot problems and diseases.
- Grasp basic foot anatomy, structure and function.
- Learn basic vocabulary and definitions to help effectively communicate your horse's needs.
- Get tips on how to select a farrier.
- Evaluate the decision, cost and responsibility of owning a horse.
Horse Foot Care explains how the foot is a horse's foundation - and why it is important to provide proper care for the feet. The contents of this book will help you become more comfortable talking about your horse's foot care needs with your farrier and veterinarian. You'll want to keep this handy guide at your finger tips daily for quick reference to humane horse foot care and other valuable information.

Item #: BK65

Shoeing and its influence on balance, movement and the function of the foot, the structures of the foot and lower leg are explained. Corrective and  therapeutic shoeing is covered with advice on recovery and rehabilitation.

Brega

150 pages, 8-1/2 x 5 (Paperback)

Item #: BK101

80 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

First published in 1879, The Horses Foot, And How To Shoe It, addresses the major horsehsoeing problems of the day, which are still applicable to farriers today.  Topics such as quarter cracks, thrush, founder, laminitis and navicular disease are debated by the leading shoers of the time.  Masterfully illustrated.

Item #: BK672

Focusing on the very best techniques gleaned from more than 1,800 articles appearing in the pages of American Farriers Journal, this is the most comprehensive book of practical horseshoeing ever published.  Featuring highly practical shoeing ideas from legends in the shoeing industry, you'll learn plenty of new ideas that really work with all disciplines, shapes and sizes of horses, mules and even zoo animals!  When it comes to shoeing techniques for animals weighing less than 200 pounds to more than 2,000 pounds, this highly powerful book delivers all the essential ABC's of foot care.

Item #: BK16

Williams

This book gives tips on trimming feet and horse handling learned through 20 years of experience by Mike Williams.

36 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK32

Simpson

All the information you need to successfully perform a good shoeing job.  Helpful illustrations guide you through the basics of what tools are needed, how to remove the shoes, trim and prepare the hoof and more.  You will get a quiz at each chapters end.

60 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 (Paperback)

Item #: BK29

Bergeleen

The most complete manual for achieving natural feet in the history of the horse industry.  You will learn how and why you must establish "Natural Feet".

60 pages, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (Paperback)

Item #: BK94

Sparkes

The real interest for the collector of horseshoes lies in the many different types which have survived from each century, some dating back to pre-Norman times.  They show an amazing ingenuity in design, as the farrier worked to ease the path of the horse under his care and the veterinary surgeon devised different veterinary shoes for the various ailments of the hoof.

32 pages, 5-3/4 x 8-1/4 (Paperback)

Item #: BK28

Doug Butler

Truly the ultimate textbook of farrier science and craftsmanship for the 21st century. Written by two experienced authors - together, they bring a fresh NEW approach to learning the vital craft of horseshoeing. This new, updated, expanded third edition shows you how to help horses stay sound or return to soundness. Nowhere else will you find as complete a collection of foot knowledge as in  The Principles of Horseshoeing (P3). This is the one resource that is a MUST for the library of every farrier, veterinarian, and horse lover, and it is a recommended resource for AFA certification programs.

Hard cover, 11-1/4 x 8-1/2 x 2"; Pg. 1000; Illus.2,350

Item #: BK49

Bennett

Equus Reference Guide.  Would you like to have X-ray vision?  Dr. Deb Bennett helps you take a more informed and educated look at the conformation of a horse.  This book provides:  new insights into equine structure and its effects on movement, soundness and performance; offers guidelines to examine the suitability of horses for various activities; explores the relationship of various body parts and how they work together; provides the foundation for minimizing conformational limitations and maximizing your horse's performance, whatever his breed or sport.

96 pages, 6 x 9 (Paperback)

Item #: BK66

Bennett

Equus Refernce Guide.  Dr. Deb Bennett challenges you to learn to see your horse's build and to understand the way he moves.  This volume focuses on the horse's back, neck and forelimbs.  In it you'll find:  More than 100 photos of horses of many different breeds, making this one of the most densely informative books on horse conformation ever published; Lab exercises drawn from Dr. Deb's files which offer practical help in evaluating your own horse; New insights into neck and back structure and function; Simple methods for detecting horses with lame backs; Comprehensive, easy to use methods for analyzing from legs.

96 pages, 6 x 9 (Paperback)

Item #: BK67

Bennett

Equus Reference Guide.  How much power does your hourse pack?  Judging horses goes more than skin deep.  Dr. Deb Bennett shows you the bones and muscles on the inside that determines conformation on the outside.  In this third volume in the series, Dr. Deb discusses the horse at both ends -- hindquarters and head.  Here you'll find:  More than 100 photos or horses of many different breeds, making this one of the most densely informative books on horse conformation ever published.  Lab exercises drawn from Dr. Deb's files, which offer practical help in evaluating your own horse.  The secrest - and the special requirements - of the horse's unique hind limb stay system.  Comprehensive, easy to use methods for analyzing hind legs.

94 pages, 6 x 9 (Paperback)

Item #: BK74

Russell

Accomplished and celebrated American farrier, Prof. Russell was also a prolific writer and illustrator, dedicated to farriery as a science.  Seasoned farrier/blacksmith Reuel Darling was introduced to Russells material as a mimeographed text when he was a farrier student under Ralph Hoover at California Polytechnic Institute.  Because of the timeless nature of Russell's work, Reuel was inspired to preserve the classic by reprinting it on acid-free paper.  Some of the original print engravings from the book hang in the farrer offices at Cal Poly.

390 pages, 6-1/2 x 9-1/4 (Hardcover)

Item #: BK103

172 pages, 10 x 7 (Hardcover)

By learning how to access the power of the right side of your brain (The visual side) to “See better”, you will become more proficient in assessing conformation, achieving balance and shoe fit, and increasing your efficiency in horseshoeing.

Using insights derived from his own experiences with the English training system and personal observations in training thousands of farriers over three decades, Dr. Doug Butler has assembled this powerful training method to help you get your mind right to succeed in the farrier business.

Item #: BK10

Krolick

This little book does a wonderful job of explaining shoeing basics.  If you find yourself mystified by what your farrer does, this will sort you out, and help you to understand the basics of both a proper trim and shoeing.  It clearly explains hoof balance and angles, discusses the farriers craft, training and costs.  Plenty of helpful information even for barefoot extremists, too.

200 pages, 7 x 9 (Paperback)

Item #: BK73

Shoeing the draft horse can be intimidating, if only because of these magnificent beasts' massive size and formidable strength. But you'll gain new confidence with the help of Scottish farrier Edward Martin, the world's No. #1 draft horseshoer. You get two dozen color photos and plenty of tips that cut this job down to size.

Martin (American Farriers Journal)

8-1/2 x 10-3/4 (Pamphlet)

Item #: BK111