Growing Healthy Hooves

This workshop is intended to assist owners in better understanding how to grow and maintain a healthy hoof.  With maintenance trimming you can keep your horses’ feet in constant balance which, in combination with environment, diet and nutrition is key to healthy, strong feet, barefoot performance and long-term soundness.

What will you learn?
This one day workshop will help you be able to:

• Learn basic hoof terminology, structure and function
• Identify the difference between a healthy, balanced hoof and an unhealthy, compromised hoof
• Understand the importance of the owner’s role in hoof care and function and how this can positively affect the long-term health and mobility of their equine companion

Who are these workshops for?
Horse owners who want to take charge of their own horse’s hoof care. Vets and farriers are also welcome to attend.

How do you participate?
The cost for this workshop is $120. The course includes a booklet covering all the theory which is done on the day. We also over a variety of trimming tools for sale on the day.