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Gregory's Textbook of Farriery | Chris Gregory, CJF, ASF, FWCF | Hardcover

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Gregory's Textbook of Farriery | Chris Gregory, CJF, ASF, FWCF | Hardcover

About the Book

Gregory's Textbook of Farriery is an extensive guide to the science, craftsmanship, and professional practice of horseshoeing. Written in a straightforward, conversational style, Chris Gregory takes readers from foundational anatomy and horsemanship through trimming, shoeing, forging, lameness, therapeutic applications, and the business side of professional farriery.

Designed as a teaching and reference tool, the book is used in farrier education and is particularly useful for students, working farriers, certification candidates, veterinarians, and horse owners who want a deeper understanding of hoof care and horseshoeing.

Inside This Volume

  • Equine foot, limb, bone, joint, tendon, ligament, and vascular anatomy
  • Biomechanics, conformation, gaits, and gait faults
  • Horsemanship and equine psychology
  • Trimming, balance, shoe selection, fitting, nailing, and clinching
  • Hot fitting, clip fitting, and shoe modifications
  • Forging fundamentals and practical forge exercises
  • Lameness and pathologies of the hoof and limb
  • Bar shoes, hospital plates, extensions, and therapeutic applications
  • Treatment considerations for lame and abnormal feet
  • Farrier business, economics, certification preparation, testing, and judging

Book Details

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Pages: 696
  • Illustrations: 3,400+ drawings and photographs
  • Language: English
  • Publisher: Heartland Horseshoeing School
  • Publication Date: 2011
  • Dimensions: Approx. 7.5" x 10" x 1.5"
  • ISBN-10: 0983314004
  • ISBN-13: 9780983314004

About the Author

Chris Gregory, CJF, ASF, FWCF is a professional farrier, educator, clinician, and founder of Heartland Horseshoeing School. A professional horseshoer since 1987, he has taught more than 1,000 students through his horseshoeing programs and has presented clinics and lectures throughout the United States and internationally.

Gregory has been an American Farrier's Association Certified Journeyman Farrier since 1991, has served on the American Farrier's Team, and has received multiple AFA awards for clinical work and farrier education. He was inducted into the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame at age 39 and has shod horses and taught on six continents.

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