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AFA E-blast
Issue 81
American Farrier's Association
4059 Iron Works Parkway
Suite 1
Lexington, KY 40511
859-233-7411
Fax: 859-231-7862
The Official Farriers of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
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Mission of the AFA
"To further the professional development of farriers, to provide leadership and resources for the benefit of the farrier industry, and to improve the welfare of the horse through continuing farrier education."
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Sponsored by Farrier Academics
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2015 National Forging and Horseshoeing Competition Sponsorship Opportunities
We currently have 2 awards available for sponsorship in the 2015 contest. These include the Reserve National High Point Award and the Overall High Point Award. Both are available for a 1-year sponsorship with a minimum bid of $750.00. If you, your chapter, or your business are interested in bidding on this wonderful opportunity, please contact the AFA office at 859-233-7411 or info@americanfarriers.org.
Thank you to our 2014 American Farrier's Team Sponsors!
To receive great deals on American Farrier's Association personalized items click on the link below.
VIP-ME
AFT Practice Update
The next AFT practice will be August 21-23, 2014 in Bozeman, MT at Josh Stanley's shop. All are welcome to attend! Please contact Josh Stanley, CJF, AWCF for more information.
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Photo courtesy of the Utah Horseshoers Guild Facebook page.
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Photo courtesy of the Montana Professional Farriers Association Facebook page.
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Photo courtesy of the Michigan Horseshoers Association Facebook page.
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Mike Dawson
1943-2014
Mike Dawson, one of the founding members of the Southern Nevada Farriers Association, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2014, due to complications from throat cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He was 71 years old.
A celebration of life is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 5:00pm at the home of Steve and Toni Werk. The address is:
3390 W. Lone Mountain Road
N. Las Vegas, NV
Please bring your own chairs, beverages, and a potluck dish to share. Please call Toni Werk at 702-638-8091 with any questions.
On Sunday, August 31, 2014, Steve Werk will travel to Clark Mountain to spread Mike's ashes and place a permanent memorial marker in the area that he knew and loved from childhood. This area is only accessible by horseback or all-terrain vehicle. Anyone wishing to accompany Steve, meet at the solar station on Golf Course Road near Prim, NV. Please contact Steve at 702-523-2276 for departure times.
The Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine Survey
This is your last opportunity to get your thoughts heard using this wonderful survey. To date, over 300 farriers responded, and every voice is important.
In an ongoing effort to improve the working relationship between the farrier and veterinarian, we are asking you to fill out this brief questionnaire.
Quality hoof care and the treatment of lameness, including laminitis, require the input from two professions - veterinary medicine and farriery. The importance of the veterinarian-farrier relationship is undeniable, not only to both professions but also to the equine patient and owner. However, this relationship is often strained by such variables as differences in education and methodology, personality conflicts, and problems with communication.
This questionnaire was put together with the input of several veterinarians and several farriers to identify problematic areas between the two professions, as well as to highlight areas that can be addressed in order to facilitate a good working environment.
Thank you very much for your participation! We will provide access to the results of the questionnaire to all respondents, and plan to use the information in talks and discussions at national and international meetings for both professions.
The Ohio State University Survey
Texas Farrier Supply Mail-In Shoe Contest
James Cox of Texas Farrier Supply has recently announced that they are sponsoring a mail-in shoe contest to be judged by Jake Engler, CJF. Please select the link below for details.
Texas Farrier Supply Mail-In Shoe Contest
Vermont Farriers Association Annual Clinic and Contest
The Vermont Farriers Association will be hosting their annual clinic & contest October 17-18, 2014 at Ira Brook Farm in Ira, VT. Jake Engler, CJF will be the clinician and judge.
For complete details including the shoe list, please contact Ken Norman at 802-353-0705
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2015 National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition Rules Now Available!
The judges for 2015 are Craig Trnka, CJF, Iain Ritchie, DWCF, and Matthew Randles, DWCF.
The contest dates are Wednesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 26. Set up will be on Tuesday, February 24 with practice in the afternoon and evening.
There are a limited number of contestants permitted, so when the entry forms are available, be sure to get yours in early.
Please select the link below to view the shoe list.
2015 National Forging & Horseshoeing Competition Rules
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2015 Convention Hotel Now Accepting Reservations
Our host hotel for the 44th Annual American Farrier's Association Convention is the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center. Select the link below to make your reservations now!
Remember, the dates are February 25-27, 2015!
Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center
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Professional Farrier
There are several ways to view your PF. It will arrive in your inbox from Equine Veterinarian with links to both magazines. You will also find links on the AFA website and Facebook page. If you have been viewing the new digital PF online and find it grainy and hard to read, just scroll over the page and click your mouse to expand and enlarge to full page view and it will be crisp and easy to read. You may access both the Professional Farrier and Equine Veterinarian.
Did you know you can advertise in the Professional Farrier E-zine and get your business seen by over 10,000 vets, farriers, and horse owners? Contact Dick Booth at Boca Publishing today to hear the great advertising rates available!
bocapublishing@bellsouth.net
Click the link below to view the June 2014 Issue
June 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
April 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
March 2014 Professional Farrier E-zine
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Events Calendar
Please send your events and functions to the AFA office for inclusion in the Website Events Calendar and our Facebook page.
Certification Calendar
For the most current certification calendar, please select the link below.
AFA Certification Calendar
Private Events Liability Disclaimer
The American Farrier's Association, its officers, Board of Directors, and employees, will not be held liable for injury, loss, or damage to personal property associated with non-AFA events.
Chapter Spotlight
If you would like the Spotlight on your chapter, send a short story of a recent event your chapter held and we will give your chapter the Chapter Spotlight.
Complimentary Classifieds
If you have items that are farrier-related, we will provide limited space for a complimentary ad for our members. Please send your ad to the AFA office. Limit: two lines - no photos.
Apprentice Connection
If you are looking to work for another farrier or if you are looking to hire a helper, apprentice, Journeyman, etc, please send us a description of your needs or qualifications and we will publish your contact information. Arrangements are made privately between the individuals, and the Association cannot be responsible for the outcome.
Part-Time Farrier Apprentice Wanted
Looking for part-time farrier apprentice, preferably a horseshoeing school graduate. Location is northern Virginia. Interested parties can contact Tighe Cullinane, CF at 703-297-5139 or via e-mail at cullinanefarriery@gmail.com.
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