Hoof-Care Classroom #1 is brought to you by Amsterdam Farrier Supply
Road horses need traction for their safety and those they transport. But, too much traction causes torque, which leads to fatigue and injury.
Middlebury, Ind., farrier LaVerne Mast shares his traction placement protocol for manipulating the horse’s gait for performance, efficiency and safety.
You’ll Learn: Vital insights into preventing torque to avoid interference.
2026 International Hoof-Care Summit
A focused 4-day program covers dozens of field-tested footcare ideas from successful farriers, equine veterinarians and hoof researchers worldwide. Discover proven tips to improve your work, cut costs, boost efficiency and grow profits — all through the Summit’s unmatched learning opportunities.
View the Full Speaker Agenda & Topics
What makes this event unique is its dynamic mix of general sessions, classrooms, roundtables, and global networking with hoof-care professionals. Your 4-day registration also includes access to 3 exclusive sessions at the world’s largest hoof-care products trade show.
- 7 General Sessions — packed with proven hoof-care strategies from experts like Hans Castelijns, Dave Farley, Blane Chapman, and more.
- 32 Face-to-Face Roundtables — interactive peer discussions where attendees bring real-world questions and exchange practical insights.
- 12 Classrooms — hands-on, presentation-style learning for today’s top hoof-care challenges.
- Plus, 3 wet labs, over 9 hours of trade show time, and unlimited networking opportunities with farriers and veterinarians from across the globe.
Learn more, register, and book your hotel at IHCS2026.com.
Educational Partners
Gold Level –
Glue-U Adhesives,
Zoetis,
EasyCare,
Mustad,
Platinum Performance,
American Farriers Journal
Silver Level –
SmartEquine
Bronze Level –
Purcell Farrier Supply / MFC Tools,
HoofMD,
Equine Care,
Anvil Brand,
Breed Improvement Services, Inc.
LaVerne Mast, CF, APF‑I, is a certified farrier based in Middlebury, Indiana, and the owner of First Choice Farrier Service. Active in the professional farrier community, he participates in clinics, contests, and continuing education, bringing both technical skill and practical innovation to horse hoof care.
