Disinfecting wounds is critical for preventing infections and skin conditions in your equine clients. A forgotten remedy — HOCl — has recently resurfaced, offering a practical and cost-effective option. International Equine Veterinarian Hall of Fame member Dr. Melvin “Tookie” Myers discusses the discovery, early use and modern applications of HOCl and how it can benefit the horses in your hoof-care practice.

You’ll Learn: About a practical, cost-effective tool to assist your clients manage wounds.

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.

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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.

M.W. "Tookie" Myers, D.V.M., Farrier is a valued member in the equine industry contributing his expertise on challenging cases with difficult hoof pathology and metabolic disorders. His practice includes incoming referrals for unresolved cases, international equine consultations, farrier mentorship, field research, and veterinary/farrier support for his routine client base working out of locations in Virginia, Washington D.C. and North Carolina.