Blane Chapman, has been surrounded by the who's who of the farrier industry all his life. The Vernon, Texas, farrier has learned from the best. While he remains open-minded about trimming and shoeing modalities, his focus remains on the basics. Chapman, a 2027 International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame inductee, discusses why recognizing "normal" and relying on the basics help hoof-care professionals handle "abnormal" more effectively.
You’ll Learn: Why leaning on the fundamentals of farriery serves the horse well.
2027 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.
- 16 General Sessions — packed with proven hoof-care strategies from experts like Yogi Sharpe, Nigel Fennell, Blane Chapman, Cody Gregory and more.
- 32 Face-to-Face Roundtables — interactive peer discussions where attendees bring real-world questions and exchange practical insights.
- 15 Classrooms — hands-on, presentation-style learning for today’s top hoof-care challenges.
- NEW Bonus Session! Hoof Mapping Workshop with Stuart Muir
- 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 IHCS2027.com.
Educational Partners
Gold Level –
Glue-U Adhesives,
Zoetis,
EasyCare,
Platinum Performance,
American Farriers Journal
Silver Level –
SmartEquine
Bronze Level –
Purcell Farrier Supply / MFC Tools,
Equine Care,
Anvil Brand
Blane Chapman, CJF, is a third-generation farrier and horseman with decades of experience in performance and therapeutic horseshoeing. Raised and taught by his late father, industry legend Burney Chapman, Blane learned standard-setting laminitis and founder treatments firsthand on ranches, feedlots and racetracks.Combining high-level field experience with advanced education — holding degrees from Texas A&M and Sul Ross State University — Blane specializes in corrective shoeing and equine biomechanics. Known for his calm, horse-first approach to rehabilitation, he operates a successful practice based in Texas and remains a dedicated advocate for continuing farrier education and mentorship.
