Dr. Clair Thunes of Clarity Equine Nutrition in Gilbert, Ariz., explores why forage, comprising the vast majority of a horse’s natural diet, is the true foundation of equine nutrition and a critical driver of hoof quality, metabolic stability and overall health.
You’ll Learn: Practical insights into how informed forage selection directly influences hoof integrity and supports successful management of at-risk horses.
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.
Dr. Clair Thunes, PhD is an equine nutrition expert based in Gilbert, Arizona, and the owner of Clarity Equine Nutrition, where she provides customized feeding programs and scientific guidance for horses of all types—from backyard companions to high‑performance competitors. She holds a doctorate in nutrition from the University of California, Davis, has decades of hands‑on experience as a horse owner and industry consultant, and is a respected speaker and contributor to equine publications and educational events.
