Farrier Focus Podcast
Episodes
Interview with Stunt Legend Martha Crawford Cantarini
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's special episode, we speak to Martha Crawford Cantarini, a living legend in not only the horse industry, but the film industry as well. Mart...
Commemorating the 35th Anniversary of Burney Chapman and George Platt's AAEP Presentation in 1984
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's special episode, we commemorate the landmark address that Burney Chapman and George Platt, DVM, gave in Dallas, Texas at the AAEP (American...
Farrier Michael Joshua - Philosophy of the Shoeing Business
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, farrier Michael Joshua shares his philosophy of the horseshoeing business. He started shoeing horses in 1987 and did so until a trag...
Interview with Farrier Legend Cliff Carroll -- Cliff Carroll's Horseshoers Supplies, Inc.
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we talk to Cliff Carroll of Larkspur, Colorado. Cliff Carroll is well known today for his anvils and forges that he manufactures an...
Interview with Camilla Clawson -- Exercise Physiologist
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Camilla Clawson of St. George, Utah. Camilla works at Intermountain Live Well Center as an Exercise Physiologist. She grad...
How to Improve Client Communication with Jake Butler, AWCF
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake Butler, AWCF of Butler Professional Farrier School, gives a presentation at the Farrier Focus Conference in 2006 at Centaur Forg...
How to Avoid Mistakes in Business with Bill O'Neill, CJF
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Certified Journeyman Farrier, Bill O'Neill of Marengo, Illinois, gives a presentation at the Farrier Focus Conference in 2006 at Cent...
Interview with Farrier Legend Bob Marshall (Re-Release)
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier legend Bob Marshall about how he developed his skills as a farrier and became a world champion in competition. B...
Interview with Ted Shanks, CJF of Kauai, Hawaii
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we talk to Certified Journeyman Farrier, Ted Shanks of Hawaii. He lives on the island of Kauai. Ted is originally from East Tennes...
Interview with Alan Bailey - Internationally Acclaimed Farrier and Teacher
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode we talk to internationally acclaimed farrier and teacher, Alan Bailey of England. Alan Bailey began shoeing in 1963. He comes from ...
How to Use Principles of Horseshoeing III (P3) with Jake Butler, AWCF
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this talk given at a Farrier Focus Conference in 2005 in Indiana, Jake Butler discusses how he uses the book, Principles of Horseshoeing 3rd editio...
Interview with Gary Huston, DWCF of Hertfordshire, England
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk to Gary Huston of Hertfordshire, England. He is a Farrier, Blacksmith, welder and general fabricator. He started out in 1978 w...
Equine Diseases and Vaccinations with Dr. Courtney Diehl, DVM
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Courtney Diehl, DVM explains some of the most common equine infectious diseases that horses are usually vaccinated for including:...
Dr. Doug Butler on Farrier Marketing
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler gives advice on how to successfully market yourself in your business. He gives the secrets to set yourself apart from...
Interview with Farrier Legend Ada Gates-Patton
20 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to farrier legend, Ada Gates-Patton of Southern California. Ada shares her experiences in beginning her farrier career in 197...
Interview with Tab Pigg, CJF; Technical Specialist for Vettec
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Tab Pigg, CJF of Azle, Texas. He started shoeing horses in 1983. He has been very involved in the Texas Professional Farri...
Interview with Farrier Legend David Duckett, FWCF
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, we talk about how Dave Duckett, FWCF began his career in horseshoeing and discuss the things he has learned along the way. He discu...
Interview with Wes Earls
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Wes Earls of Brawley, California. He started shoeing horses full-time in 1970 where he learned from his father who owned a...
Interview with John Sligh, CJF
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier John Sligh of Talkeetna, Alaska, which is about three hours north of Anchorage). He started...
Interview with Danish Farrier Jan Krogh
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Danish farrier, Jan Krogh, of Aabenraa, Denmark. He started shoeing horses in 1980 (nearly forty years ago). Jan talks ...
Interview with Jake Engler, CJF
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Jake Engler of Navasota, Texas (which is just outside of Houston) who has been shoeing hor...
Interview with Michael Wildenstein, CJF, FWCF
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Michael Wildenstein, CJF, FWCF (Hons) of Sharon, Vermont. Mike is retired from teaching farrier at Cornell Vet School in...
Horsemanship and Lessons Learned About Horses in Mongolia - Pete Butler, CJF
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Pete Butler, CJF (one of the instructors at Butler Professional Farrier School) shares lessons he learned about horsemanship growing ...
Interview with Scott Colson
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Scott Colson of Clinton, Mississippi. He started shoeing horses in 1962 and shares lessons he learned as he got started ...
Interview with Chuck Milne of Texas Farrier Supply
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Chuck Milne of Kennadale, Texas. He owns and runs Texas Farrier Supply with two locations. He has been shoeing horses s...
Interview with Ben Mangan, CJF
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Ben Mangan of Carthage, New York. Ben talks about his start when he was seventeen in Vermo...
Interview with Mounted Police Officer and Horse Trainer Joel Gough
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Joel Gough, a mounted police officer and horse trainer, from the Virginia Beach, Virginia Police Department Mounted Pat...
Interview with Gene Lieser, CJF
07 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode,we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Gene Lieser of Magnolia, Texas (northwest of Houston). He has been shoeing horses since 19...
Interview with Eric Gilleland, CJF
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Eric Gilleland from Social Circle, Georgia. Eric shares insights he has gained from his far...
Interview with Dwight Sanders
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Dwight Sanders of Eastern North Carolina. He has been shoeing horses for more than 58 years. Dwight shares his backgroun...
Interview with Steve Stanley
09 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier Steve Stanley of Versailles, Kentucky. Steve has been shoeing horses for more than forty years and has spent the...
Interview with Canadian Farrier Andrew Morrison
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Andrew Morrison of Edmonton, Alberta. He studied at Butler Professional Farrier School and has been shoeing for 3 1/2 ...
Interview with Farrier and Veterinarian Dr. Scott Morrison, DVM
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier and veterinarian, Dr. Scott Morrison of Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Morrison is a 1999 graduate of the Virginia Mar...
Interview with Sarah Beane, FWCF
20 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Sarah Beane, FWCF. She is a native of Glasgow, Scotland and currently lives in North Yorkshire, England. Sarah is the fi...
Interview with Rob Sigafoos, CJF
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re privileged to talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Rob Sigafoos of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. He started shoeing horses ...
Interview with Danish Farrier Henrik Berger, FWCF
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Danish farrier Henrik Berger, who is a Fellow in the Worshipful Company of Farriers. Henrik talks about how he got his s...
Interview with Farrier and Equine Veterinarian Dr. Stephen O'Grady
26 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier and equine veterinarian, Dr. Stephen O'Grady of Keswick, Virginia. He was a professional farrier for ten years ...
Interview with Farrier and Knife Maker Neal Baggett
19 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier and knife maker Neal Baggett of Bishop, Georgia. Neal shares his story about how he got started as a farrier and...
Interview with Josh Garner of GE Forge and Tool
12 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with operations manager Josh Garner of GE Forge and Tool. He shares his memories of the history of GE Forge and Tool when his...
Interview with Horse Owner and Journalist Colleen Archer and Certified Farrier Adam Ellens
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with horse owner and journalist Colleen Archer and her farrier, Adam Ellens, CF of Ontario, Canada about how they work togeth...
Dr. Doug Butler - More Foot Diseases and Conditions of the Lower Leg and Their Treatment
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler shares insights on more foot diseases and conditions of the lower legs of the horse. He shares experiences from his e...
Dr. Doug Butler - More Foot Diseases and Conditions of the Lower Leg and Their Treatment
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler shares insights on more foot diseases and conditions of the lower legs of the horse. He shares experiences from his e...
Foot Shapes and the Relationship of Anatomy to Trimming the Horse's Foot - Nate Allen, CJF
29 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Certified Journeyman Farrier Nate Allen talks about foot shapes and the relationship of anatomy to trimming the horse's foot. He shar...
Interview with Charlie Comstock, CJF
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Charlie Comstock, of Deerfield, Missouri. He has been shoeing horses for more than 46 year...
Dr. Doug Butler - Changes in the Farrier Industry and How Farriers and Horse Owners Can Better Work Together
15 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler speaks to a group of horse owners and veterinarians about changes that have happened in the farrier industry and how ...
How to Increase Profitability in Your Farrier Business - Tom Parris, CJF
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, from a talk given several years ago by Certified Journeyman Farrier, Tom Parris, shares his keys to running a sustainable and profita...
Interview with Roy Verocay, CJF
01 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Roy Verocay, who is the owner of WorldWideFarrierSupply.com. He is also an importer and di...
Dr. Doug Butler - Understanding the Anatomy of the Horse's Foot - Part 2
25 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler continues his explanation of the sensitive structure's of the horse's foot to help farriers and veterinarians better ...
Dr. Doug Butler - Understanding Anatomy of the Horse's Foot - Part 1
25 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler shares the importance of understanding the anatomy of the horse's foot. He compares the work that mechanics do for an...
Interview with German Farrier Jürgen Gotthardt, BSc., AWCF, APF-1
18 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with German farrier Jürgen Gotthardt who lives between Frankfurt and Cologne, Germany. He has been a farrier since 1982. Jü...
Dr. Doug Butler - Balancing High Tech Horseshoeing Solutions with Traditional Techniques
11 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Doug Butler talks to a group of farrier and veterinarians about how to balance high tech horseshoeing solutions with traditional ...
Interview with Jim LaClaire, CF
04 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Farrier Jim LaClaire from Pensacola, Florida. He has been shoeing horses for 40 years since he started in 197...
Interview with Jack Millman, CJF, Dip.WCF, APF
27 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Jack Millman, of Worthington, Massachusetts. He is a Certified Journeyman Farrier, has a Diploma from the Worshipful Com...
Interview with Austin Edens, CJF
20 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Austin Edens, from Dripping Springs, Texas. He is widely known as one of the most success...
Interview with Canadian Farrier Paul Thibodeau
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview Canadian farrier Paul Thibodeau of Port Royal, Nova Scotia, Canada. He attended Eastern School of Farriery in Martinsvil...
Interview with Chris Madrid, CJF
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier, Chris Madrid, of Stanley, New Mexico (which is 40 miles east of Albuquerque). He studied h...
Interview with Jennifer DePollo Horn, CJF
30 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re privileged to talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Jennifer DePollo Horn of Northern Michigan. She has been shoeing horses ...
Interview with Scott Davidson, CJF
23 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Scott Davidson of Nine Mile Falls, Washington (just outside of Spokane, Washington) and Tuc...
Interview with Brent Chidsey, Founder of Stonewell and Bay Horse Innovations
16 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Brent Chidsey of Cynthiana, Kentucky. He is the founder of Stone Well Bodies & Equipment and Bay Horse Innovations. Br...
Interview with Farrier Dani Rueter
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Dani Rueter of Paulina, Iowa. She has been shoeing horses for eight years. Dani talks about her beginnings as a farrier,...
Interview with Shane Allen, CJF
25 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Shane Allen of Ocala, Florida who has been shoeing horses for 35 years. He started shoeing ...
Interview with Farrier Legend Gunner Gatski
11 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re privileged to talk with farrier legend Gunner Gatski of San Diego, California. He has been shoeing horses for 55 years. Gunne...
Interview with Icelandic and Swedish Farrier Steindor Thorrison
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re privileged to talk with farrier Steindor Thorisson, who lives in Sweden, but is originally from Iceland. He shares observatio...
Interview with Wayne Preece, FWCF
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier Wayne Preece, FWCF of the Midlands of England. He has been shoeing horses for more than thirty-three years. Wayn...
A Look Back at Lessons Learned from the First 100 Episodes of the Farrier Focus Podcast and Insights on Learning & Studying Anatomy
14 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks a special milestone in that this is the 100th Episode released of the Farrier Focus Podcast. To celebrate this historic moment, Dr. Doug B...
Interview with Israeli Farrier Eli Atiya
07 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Eli Atiya, a farrier from Golan Heights, Israel. He has been shoeing horses for 6 years since he graduated from Butler P...
Interview with Blacksmith, Farrier and Toolmaker Robert Shepherd
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Robert Shepherd from the north Birmingham, Alabama area. He has been a blacksmith, tool maker, welder and farrier since ...
Turning Points and My Observations on Great Achievements in the Farrier Business - Dr. Doug Butler
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Butler talks to a group of farriers about turning points in his career and his observations on great achievements in the farrier ...
Balance and Priorities - Rollie Gallego, CJF
17 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Certified Journeyman Farrier Rollie Gallego of Waialua, Hawaii shares his thoughts and observations on what it takes to balance your ...
Interview with Neil Miller, CF
10 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Farrier Neil Miller of Brighton, Colorado. He has been shoeing horses since 1975 and specializes in shoeing re...
Interview with Dr. Robert M. Miller, DVM
03 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Robert M. Miller, an equine behaviorist, veterinarian and cartoonist. He is recognized for his system of training ne...
Interview with Jed Pappas of Stockhoff's Farrier Supply
26 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Jed Pappas of Stockhoff's Farrier Supply (www.stockhoffsonline.com). Jed talks about how his wife Molly (and her family)...
Interview with John Marino, CJF
19 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier legend John Marino of Peaster, Texas. John shares his early experiences of how he became a farrier after getting...
Interview with Argentinian Farrier and Veterinarian Emilio Ezcurra
30 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier and veterinarian Emilio Ezcurra of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He has been shoeing horses for more than twenty-five...
Interview with John Schmidt, CJF, AWCF
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re privileged to talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier and AWCF John Schmidt of Shelbyville, Tennessee. He has been shoeing ho...
Interview with Dr. Rachael Shuster, DVM
10 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re privileged to talk with Dr. Rachael Shuster, an equine veterinarian who practices and is licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Hav...
Interview with Italian Farrier and Veterinarian Cristiano Biacca, DVM, CF
03 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Cristiano Biacca who is a certified farrier and veterinarian from Parma, Italy. He was trained as a farrier at Butler Pr...
Interview with AFA President Travis Burns, CJF, TE, EE, FWCF
14 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with farrier Travis Burns. He is a Certified Journeyman Farrier (CJF), holds the Therapeutic (TE) AND Educator Endorsements (...
Interview with Israeli Farrier Guy Karsh
13 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Guy Karsh who lives about 25 minutes outside of Jerusalem in Israel. He has been shoeing horses for 25 years. He shares...
Interview with Andrew DeVisser, CJF
30 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Certified Journeyman Farrier Andrew DeVisser from Ayr, Ontario, Canada. He has been shoeing horses for 9 years. He atten...
Interview with Dr. Tracy Turner, DVM
17 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Tracy Turner, an equine veterinarian who was trained as a farrier. He was raised on a small ranch in southwestern Co...
Jeff Rodriguez - What it Takes to Build and Maintain a Successful Farrier Image and Business
27 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Rodriguez passed away after a long battle with lung cancer in November of 2016. A native of Tampa, Florida, he moved his practice to Golden, Colo...
How to Successfully Market Your Farrier Business - Bob Smith
20 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Bob Smith of Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School shares insights into how to successfully market your farrier business. He shares the...
Interview with Kevin Oliver
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Kevin Oliver of Eddington, Maine who went to Cal Poly in winter and spring of 1973. He has been shoeing horses for more ...
Interview with Bryan Quinsey, Executive Director of the American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF)
07 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we interview Bryan Quinsey, the Executive Director of the American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF) and the International ...
Interview with Ian Bevington, CJF
26 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Ian Bevington, CJF about his career, advice on running a multi-farrier practice, raising prices, how he got into owning ...
Interview with Walt Taylor, Founder and Past President of the AFA and WFA
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Walt Taylor, the founder of the AFA and WFA. He started shoeing horses in 1948 and has been involved with the farrier i...
Certification in the United States and United Kingdom and Benefits for Farriers - Interview with Dr. Doug Butler
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Dr. Butler explains the levels of certification in the United States and United Kingdom and the benefits of certification for farrier...
Chris Minick - Computer Skills to Maximize Profitability of Your Farrier Business
18 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, farrier Chris Minick shares how he uses technology and computer skills to improve the way he provides and breaks down his invoices fo...
The Dark Side of Horseshoeing - Overcoming Discouragement and Adversity as a Farrier
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Farrier Focus Podcast host Jim Butler shares his perspective on The Dark Side of Horseshoeing and how farriers can overcome discourag...
Interview with Farrier Brian Fitzgerald
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, learn how farrier Brian Fitzgerald got his start, lessons he has learned on the track, and how he is now transitioning into a new spe...