Here for experts, beginners, and do-it-yourself horse owners is all the information necessary to the modern farrier’s art of horseshoeing. In this second edition Robert Wiseman describes and illustrates not only basic shoeing techniques but also special shoeing procedures for the American Saddlebred, Quarter Horse, draft horse, parade horse, and race horse, among others. Hoof diseases and defects that cause lameness and sometimes complete disability are clearly defined, with instructions for the corrective shoeing methods necessary to each ailment. A specialized section on metalwork and handmade shoes will appeal to the devotee.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to blacksmithing, with information on and instructions for the correct use of tools and equipment, horseshoeing, carriage and wagon building, and much more. With detailed illustrations and simple directions, this volume will be of considerable utility to novice metalworkers and farriers, and would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "The Forge-Forge and Blast, Spring Bellows, Care of Bellows, The Anvil, The Hammer, Other Tools", "Operations in Forging-The Fire, Flux, Degrees of Heat, Drawing Down, Set-off, Jumping or Up-setting, Shutting Together, Hardening Steel, Case-Hardening", "Horseshoeing-The Anatomy of the Horse's Foot-The Hoof in General, The Wall, The Sole, The White Line", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on metalworking.

Filled with practical instructions, interactive training materials and step-by-step color illustrations, "Essential Principles of Horseshoeing" simplifies complicated processes to accelerate learning and mastery of farriery. It increases understanding of horse ownership responsibilities, as well as how-to skills for farriers and veterinarians. Traditional farrier techniques have changed little in 2,000 years, yet their application has changed dramatically in the last 25 years. This book teaches modern application of sound principles for the betterment of horses everywhere.

The equine hoof is a complex marvel of natural engineering, built to withstand tremendous forces and able to adapt to an astonishing range of environmental conditions. It also changes daily–for better or for worse–in response to external and internal factors. Few horse owners have the opportunity to acquire a deep understanding of the hoof, which limits their ability to advocate on their horses’ behalf and make informed decisions about hoof care and management. This book is the first resource of its kind to combine the most current and useful information available, gleaned from the research and wisdom of top hoof experts around the world, with a unique “hands-on” approach. The authors provide basic terms and anatomy, clearly illustrate the differences between healthy and unhealthy feet, discuss biomechanics and management concerns, and cover the causes, treatments, and prevention of commonly encountered problems, including laminitis, white line disease, and thrush. Along the way, readers are given activities to help them better analyze and understand the most important aspects of equine hoof health, such as hoof balance, depth of sole, and point of breakover. Easy–to–follow language, over 400 full–color photographs, and do–it–yourself exercises promise to empower horse owners and caretakers of all experience levels with the tools they need to accurately assess hoof health and keep their horses as sound and happy as possible.

A guide to the horseshoeing process, including information on assessing the quality of the care horses receive from the farrier, and participating in decisions about shoeing.

Finally, a day planner designed just for farriers. Functional, multi-purpose organizer keeps everything you need in one place! This weekly planner features enough calendar space for 18 months and 500 pages of horse/client information sheets to keep track of all your clients. This planner features: An appointment calendar with at a glance view of your weekly schedule (18 months of sheets) 500 information sheets on each of your horses and clients Bookkeeping sheets (cashflow and annual account summaries) to keep track of your finances A contact/address book A section for notes and reminders Entertaining farrier and horse quotes Easy to use layout will help you organize your day, plan your week and keep yourself on track for the year. One simple solution that lets you get things done.