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Get Non-Stop Hoof-Care Learning At Every Turn to Refine Your Skills and Build Your Business
The International Hoof-Care Summit will be returning Jan. 26-29, 2027 to Covington, Ky. Join us for our 24th annual event at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center — just across the river from Cincinnati — filled with focused learning that will change your practice forever.
As we continue in our third decade, our goal is to continue to help you expand your hoof-care education through a focused educational program covering the most important topics to today’s equine footcare professionals. The 24th annual Summit offers dozens of hours of solid answers to your most critical challenges from outstanding farriers, equine vets and hoof researchers. Get a first look at 2027’s newest and best products at the Summit Trade Show. And profit from unlimited “face-to-face” hallway networking time with the giants of the footcare profession.
Come see for yourself why past attendees say they take home an average of $4,576 in ready-to-use ideas!
Check Out the 2027 Speaker & Session Program
Session Topics:
- Hoof Wound Healing: Differences & Similarities with Skin Wounds
- State-of-the-Art Treatment of Keratoma
Session Topics:
- Is There Such a Thing as the Perfect Length of Toe?
- How to be Accurate about the Hoof Balance You Create
- Is Hind Hoof Balance Linked to Spinal issues?
Session Topics:
- Why is My Horse Lame?
- It's a Business!
Session Topics:
- Methodology & Science of Dorsal Rounding
- Does Shoe Placement Affect Posture?
Session Topics:
- A Farrier’s Perspective of Equine Conformation
- Horseshoe Modifications Based on Equine Conformation Evaluation
Session Topics:
- An Investigation of Hoof Mechanism Characteristics Following the Application of Wire Trackers & Various Shoeing Treatments Involving the Shod & Unshod Foot
- Shoeing for Strength & the Importance of Third Phase Intervention
Session Topics:
- Ground Reaction Force in Application
Session Topics:
- Nothing Fancy, Just the Basics
- Submit Closing Motivational Lecture
Session Topics:
- Bonus Hoof Mapping Workshop
- Vascular Pathways of the Hoof Capsule
- Physiological Factors that Influence the Distal Limb
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Session Topics:
- VIP Hands-On Dissection Wet Lab
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- Special Book Signings with Simon Curtis
Session Topics:
- The Role of Shoeing in the Rehabilitation of Equine Patients, Presented by Bartek
Session Topics:
- Farrier Injuries: It’s Not a Matter of if, but When
- Maintaining & Repairing Hand Tools
Session Topics:
- How Our Understanding of Laminitis Has Changed: Nutrition, Care & Mechanics
Session Topics:
- Special Equine Limb Dissection Wet Lab
Session Topics:
- Respective Responsibilities: The Foundation of a Successful Business
Session Topics:
- Strategies for Evaluating Horses to Maximize Hoof Care
See the Kings of America at IHCS 2027
Two fighting Mustang stallions. Thousands of horseshoes and nails. One incredible work of art. Discover Nigel Fennell’s latest sculpture, Kings of America, standing 9 feet tall and crafted from horseshoes, nails and rasps. See this remarkable display of artistry and craftsmanship in person at the 2027 International Hoof-Care Summit in Covington, Kentucky.
January 26–29, 2027 | Covington, Kentucky
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WATCH & LISTEN
Hear First-Hand Why You Can't Afford to Miss the 2027 Summit!
Stuart Muir Highlighting the "Best Clinicians Worldwide"
Attendee Memorable Moments & Advice for New Attendees
Hands-On Learning Opportunities with Shane Westman
East Coast Farrier Shares Their Summit Experience
5 Reasons You Don't Want to Miss the 2027 International Hoof-Care Summit
1. IMPROVE COLLABORATION:
Find tips for contributing to a more collaborative and communicative farrier-veterinarian-horse owner team.
2. BETTER CLIENT MANAGEMENT:
Learn client management strategies to elevate a problem client from marginal to model.
3. DISCOVER TOP PRODUCTS & SUPPLIES:
Talk with industry leaders at the world’s largest hoof-care tradeshow as you learn about the newest and best products and supplies that can save you time, money and effort.
4. IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS:
Build your overall knowledge and skill set to effectively work with different materials, select various modalities, modify shoes and treat different disciplines.
5. GROW YOUR INCOME:
The Summit's educational sessions will provide valuable ideas and advice to increase your efficiency, build your knowledge, and grow your hoof-care income. According to attendee surveys, past attendees of the Summit say they gain more than $4,576 in ready-to-use hoof-care ideas by attending the Summit.
98.7%
of past attendees recommend the International Hoof-Care Summit!
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Questions about the International Hoof-Care Summit?
For general conference inquiries contact American Farriers Journal :
Call/Text at 262-777-2401
Or Call Toll Free (866) 839-8455
Fax at (262) 786-5564
Email at info@americanfarriers.com
To learn about sponsorship opportunities contact Michael Ellis
at (262) 777-2432 or mellis@lessitermedia.com
To learn about group attendance discounts contact Joanne Volkert
at (262) 777-2442 or jvolkert@lessitermedia.com
