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Horseshoe Ribbons for Sandy Hook

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Dan Burke · Events, On the Road, People, Stores

Recently, we received a phone call from Steve Storms of Montague Blacksmith Supply in New York asking if FPD would donate horseshoes to a group of farriers from Newtown, Connecticut. Led by farrier Joe Santos, the group planned to shape the shoes into ribbons, paint Continue reading

This is What We’re Talking About in the Farrier Trade

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Dan Burke · People, The Hoof

We just received the comment below from Jesse Silverman on an earlier post regarding our project to bring more educational material to the industry and Mike Wildenstein's involvement in that effort. I think it sums up how a lot of people see Mike's overall contributions to the Continue reading

Farrier Product Distribution Interviewed by AFJ

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Dan Burke · Events, Products

The American Farriers Journal recently interviewed FPD on several topics, including our mission, educational focus and products recently introduced to the market . These video interviews are now up on YouTube. Clicking these links will get you right to the videos. About FPD and FPD New Continue reading

New Phase for FPD Farrier Info

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Dan Burke · Products, The Hoof, Tips

Mike Wildenstein, CJF, FWCF (hons) recently signed on with FPD to help with our clinic program. We have been planning other ways to promote education in the farrier industry and Mike's involvement will be a key to providing ideas and material for that effort. We recently Continue reading

Join Farrier Jim Jimenez Webinar

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Dan Burke · Events, Tips

Jim Jimenez, veteran race horse farrier located in southern California will be the presenter for a webinar on December 20. This webinar is sponsored by FPD and hosted by the American Farrier's Journal . Jim has been working for a number of the leading trainers Continue reading

Hoof Problems and Farrier Observation

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Dan Burke · Q&A, The Hoof, Tips

The upcoming issue of the Natural Angle has a section dealing with observations farriers have to make with every horse they work on. This may become a regular section for the Natural Angle and we hope readers will feel free to comment and give Continue reading

American Farriers Journal Article Cites Kerckhaert Horseshoes and Liberty Nails

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Dan Burke · Products, Stores, The Hoof

The following excerpt is reprinted from the article Sport Horses with permission from the American Farriers Journal. Originally published in the July/August 2012 Hoof Care For The Performance Horse: An AFJ Special Report, the author of the article is Red Renchin, Technical Editor for Continue reading

Educational Programs for Farriers

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Dan Burke · Events, People, The Hoof

FPD has been fortunate to have a solid list of farrier clinicians dedicated to improving the skills and education of farriers throughout North America. Recently, we have added a well known and respected name to that list. Mike Wildenstein, CJF, FWCF, (Hons), has agreed to Continue reading

Hammer Time at Bloom Forge

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Dan Burke · On the Road, People

There was a pretty intense gathering of farriers this past week at Bloom Forge in Drummond, Wisconsin. Roy Bloom hosts a number of forging clinics at his facility and this was definitely a high powered, high intensity group going at it. A number of farriers Continue reading

Fall Farrier Events in Full Swing

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Dan Burke · Events, On the Road, Products

You can count on the farrier clinic and contest activity to pick up pace dramatically once September arrives. This year is no exception and the calendar is full of events that provide educational opportunities. Most events are free and open to the public. FPD is Continue reading

Farrier Talent Has a Good Ring To It

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Dan Burke · People

We've featured some really nice metal work by farriers from the industry and I was thinking about that when I came across this piece of video taken near the FPD shop in Shelbyville, KY. Proof that there is all kinds of artistic talent in the Continue reading

Liberty Nail Range for Farriers Continues to Expand

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Dan Burke · Products

The City 6 Slim and Draft E8XL are the latest additions to Liberty nail range from Kerckhaert. The Liberty brand has developed a lot of momentum as they prove themselves to be flawless, with excellent finish, points and performance. In the near future we should Continue reading

FPD & Bellota Supporting American Farriers Team

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Dan Burke · Events, On the Road

Report from Katlynn Sacco: Saturday August 25th, I attended the last practice of the American Farriers Team before they head off to Stoneleigh for the International Competition. The practice was held in the Mounted Police Barn at the Kentucky Horse Park. While there, I Continue reading

Summer’s End – Farrier Clinic Season Begins

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Dan Burke · Events, On the Road, The Hoof, Uncategorized

It is the last of August and an unusually hot and brutal summer is coming to a close. Each year the end of summer is mourned by those who dread the eventual onset of winter. On the other hand, fall and winter are jam-packed with clinics and Continue reading

Challenging Conditions for Farriers

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Dan Burke · On the Road, Scenic byways, The Hoof

A recent trip to central Oregon brought to mind some comments made by farriers shoeing in the west about the world of working ranch, pack and trail horses. It is a completely different shoeing challenge than that of the average show horse in a controlled environment or Continue reading

A Farrier’s Choice of Products – Value Added

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Dan · Products, The Hoof, Tips

The V crease design of the Kerckhaert shoes has been one of the key selling points throughout their history. Optimal nail fit providing security and precise nailing are the result. The next issue of FPD's Natural Angle will feature an article discussing the selection of Continue reading

American Farriers Team in Ky Horse Park

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Dan · Events, On the Road, People, The Hoof

AFT TEAM PRACTICE report from Katlynn Sacco Friday June 22: Rob Logsdon and I (FPD Sales Staff members) attended the American Farriers Team Practice. We were met by the Team Manager, Conrad Trow, CJF. Conrad is a well-respected farrier holding a diploma with The Worshipful Continue reading

Belmont gathering of leading Race Track Farriers

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Dan · Events, People

The activities leading up to the Belmont Stakes were reported heavily in the racing world, but little mention was made of the role some of the top farriers in the racing world have in the team effort necessary for success. We were fortunate enough Continue reading

Farrier Shoeing Clinic Video Clips

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Dan · Events, Stores, The Hoof

The FPD sponsored shoeing clinic held recently featured Mike Chance, APF CJF and he demonstrated various techniques and concepts for everyday shoeing. Among the products he used were the Kerckhaert Triumph steel horseshoes and Liberty nails from Kerckhaert. We have a short video clip of Continue reading

Farrier Clinic in South Georgia

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Dan · Events, On the Road, Stores, The Hoof

FPD sponsored a shoeing clinic in Perry, Ga this past weekend at the East Coast Horseshoe Supply facility. Like most clinics sponsored by FPD, everyday work and sound principles of hoof trim and shoe fit were the featured topics. Mike Chance, APF CJF, from Tioga, Texas Continue reading

Farrier Product’s Sales Team Strengthened

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Dan · Events, People

Already, 2012 has been a busy year for Farrier Product Distribution as we continue to implement our plans to strengthen customer service and our sales program. The changes have been met with enthusiasm from our dealers and our staff. Early in the year an expansion Continue reading

When the Race was Run- and Won

Posted on May 28, 2012 by Dan · Events, On the Road, Scenic byways, Walleye Fishing Places

I'll Have Another with team O'Neill and farrier Jim Jimenez pulled off another big win in the Preakness Stakes on May 19th. Unfortunately, I wasn't even near a TV- having made the first trip to O'Sullivan Lake near Nakina, Ontario for the opening of walleye Continue reading

Help is Available in the Farrier World

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Dan · People, Products, The Hoof, Tips

We recently received this email asking for shoeing advice from Laurie Skutley in Washington state. Dave Farley, APF CF, offered his suggestion- let us know if you have any ideas. My gelding is 7 but only this last year has he had a lot of Continue reading

We Have a Derby Winner!

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Dan · Events, People, The Hoof

Capping off an excellent 2012 KY Derby/Ky Oaks weekend, I'll Have Another came from post position 19 to overtake Bodemeister and win the 138th Kentucky Derby. Our congratulations to Team O'Neill and especially farrier Jim Jimenez who shod the winner. Jim has been a Kerckhaert Continue reading

KY Derby Race Day Shoeing

Posted on May 5, 2012 by Dan · Events, The Hoof

Day of- quite often the choice of some trainers for shoeing race horses. The Kentucky Derby is no exception and Derby Day 2012 we caught Steve Norman and Todd Boston working on Derby horses. You can see a video clip on YouTube of Steve shoeing Continue reading