Check Out the 2027 International Hoof-Care Summit Program!
Check out the speakers, sessions, topics and special workshops you can expect.
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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
Session Topics:
- 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 Sculpture on Display at the 2027 Summit Trade Show!
Two fighting Mustang stallions. Thousands of horseshoes and nails. One incredible work of art. Discover Nigel Fennell’s latest sculpture, Kings of America, standing 13 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.
Can’t Be Away for Four Full Days? No Problem.
Choose the pass that fits your schedule and budget — 1-day, 2-day, 4-day and Trade Show Only passes available.
GET INSPIRED AND SEE WHAT THE BUZZ IS ALL ABOUT
4 REASONS TO ATTEND THE INTERNATIONAL HOOF-CARE SUMMIT
✔ Learn practical, proven strategies from the industry’s most successful hoof-care professionals to fit your needs.
✔ Exchange new ideas and get proven solutions from other farriers, researchers, suppliers and industry leaders during interactive roundtable discussions.
✔ Experience unrivaled networking and knowledge sharing opportunities in a diverse learning environment.
✔ Discover all of 2027’s newest footcare products and talk one-on-one with company experts at the world's largest equine hoof-care products trade show!
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
