by Lee Olsen | Nov 29, 2018 | Articles, Perspective, Professional Development
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to meet your hero? The famous movie star, a professional athlete or a master of your craft? Then go for it! Take a step out and meet your hero, one of the leaders you admire within a specific field. I don’t care who they... 
by Lee Olsen | Oct 29, 2018 | Articles, OE News
The 16th annual International Hoof-Care Summit, to be held January 22-25, 2019, in Cincinnati, Ohio, gathers the largest group of hoof care professionals each year for the top continuing education event in the country. Sponsored by the American Farriers Journal, the... 
by Lee Olsen | Oct 29, 2018 | Articles, Equine Hoof Care
Have you ever seen a horse being beat on while it’s being shod? A horse acts up while shoeing and someone says kick him in the belly! Or smacks him with a rasp! While I can appreciate a horse owner approving of disciplining their animal, hitting them rarely, if ever,... 
by Lee Olsen | Oct 29, 2018 | Articles, Equine Hoof Care
Have you ever experienced your horse becoming lame because of a hot nail? Chances are that you have, and unless it’s caught quickly, it usually abscesses and sidelines your horse until it’s resolved. It’s more common than it probably should be, although some horses... 
by Lee Olsen | Aug 27, 2018 | Articles, Equine Hoof Care
Have you ever heard it said that hot shoeing is unnecessary, useless, and outdated? Some have asked, “Why make or modify a shoe when you can buy anything you need?” I grew up ranching in South Dakota, and I was taught that hot shoeing is totally unnecessary and only... 
by Lee Olsen | Aug 27, 2018 | Articles, Equine Hoof Care
Who’s got a miniature pony? Everybody needs at least one. They can be a lot of fun to have around for young kids, serve as a companion pony, or even as a cute pasture ornament. As much fun as ponies can be, they require a certain amount of special care. As you might...
