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Build Your Custom BADGER BUILT Apron & Support the IAPF!
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2030
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2025 IAPF Fall Farrier Expo
October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025
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Build Your Custom BADGER BUILT Apron & Support the IAPF!
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2030
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2025 IAPF Fall Farrier Expo
October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025
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Join Dr. Kevin Haussler to learn about the role of pain in creating structural and functional asymmetries, with a focus on understanding pain mechanisms and laterality, and learning to distinguish between lameness and neurologic conditions.
In this webinar, Dr. Haussler will:
- Explore pain mechanisms and adaptive/maladaptive responses
- Discuss the impact of pain on equine movement and posture
- Explain the concept of laterality and how pain influences limb preference and movement patterns
- Discuss the interactions between lameness and neurologic conditions
- Review rehabilitation strategies for managing pain and restoring functional symmetry
Dr. Kevin Haussler DVM, DC, PhD, DACVSMR is a leading researcher in the objective assessment of musculoskeletal pain, conservative management of spinal pain and dysfunction, and application of chiropractic techniques in animals. He is currently an Associate Professor at Lincoln Memorial University in eastern Tennessee. He is a charter diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation and a course instructor for the Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification course at the University of Tennessee. In 2019, Dr. Haussler created an online educational program at the Veterinary Compendium (VetCompendium.org), which focuses on elevating the standards of care for animals through a collective exploration of innovative, interdisciplinary approaches.
Sign up
Upon purchase of the webinar, you will receive the zoom link via your invoice along with an email prior to the live event. Members can access the live webinar Zoom link and the Zoom recording links via their account by logging into the website, clicking on the “Menu” dropdown, and then clicking on “Your Orders”.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/05/recognizing-and-understanding-the-role-of-pain-in-structural-and-functional-asymmetries.
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members only.
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
This two-part webinar series is a great introduction to equine nutrition in practical terms and compliments Dr. Kellon’s NRC Plus course.
Part 1 – Growing the Best Possible Hoof
This session will focus on the digestive system, the best feeds for horses and the key nutrients that influence hoof health.
The hoof is required to withstand impact, abrasion, mechanical injury, noxious substances and pathogens but be flexible enough to absorb and divert the shock sustained on it. Hooves have to be rigid as well as elastic and protect the soft, more sensitive tissues inside.
To achieve optimal hoof quality, three aspects can be influenced by our management; hoof care, nutrition and movement. Poor hoof growth, horn brittleness, inflammation, prevalence of infections like seedy toe, and a weak immune system can all have a nutritional component.
Carol Layton B.Sc M.Ed of Balanced Equine is an independent equine nutritionist with a science background and a passion for the optimal feeding of horses based on scientific research. In 2008, Carol enrolled in equine nutrition courses provided by Dr Eleanor Kellon VMD and has been a tutor for students in NRC Plus since 2009. Carol is currently a lecturer in Equine Nutrition for the nationally recognized Certificate of Equine Hoof Care Practitioner course (ACEHP) in Australia.
Carol is passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge of equine nutrition to make it easier and simpler for horse owners. So far she has been a speaker at a number of conferences in Australia, the Functional Hoof conferences in 2011 and 2014 and more recently the 2018 Bowker Conference in Australia. In 2012 Carol presented at the World Hoof Care Conference in Prague, Czech Republic and the Pacific Hoof Care Practitioners Conference in San Diego in 2016, and the 2017 NO Laminitis Conference in Tucson, Arizona USA.
Carol has had horses most of her life and in the last 19 years has been a keen competitor in endurance riding. Her own endurance horse, Omani Mr Sqiggle was a 2009 Australian National Points and Distance horse. Together they have completed at top levels, including the 400 km marathon, Shahzada, NSW State Championship rides and the national championship, the 160 km Tom Quilty.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/04/the-smart-way-to-feed-horses-part-1
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members ONLY.
This two-part webinar series is a great introduction to equine nutrition in practical terms and compliments Dr. Kellon’s NRC Plus course.
Part 2 – Laminitis and Myths
Some horses have a life threatening, metabolic condition that causes insulin to rise, triggering the chain of events that result in laminitis. Laminitis will be explained along with causes including the most common dietary cause, insulin resistance.
The aim of the presentation is to educate hoof practitioners so that they can support the owners of these horses and ponies by first explaining what the best and safest feeds are and what the key nutrients are to aid in rehabilitation plus horse management practices. The presentation will cover some related health issues including PPID and look at a number of common myths that confuse horse owners.
Carol Layton B.Sc M.Ed of Balanced Equine is an independent equine nutritionist with a science background and a passion for the optimal feeding of horses based on scientific research. In 2008, Carol enrolled in equine nutrition courses provided by Dr Eleanor Kellon VMD and has been a tutor for students in NRC Plus since 2009. Carol is currently a lecturer in Equine Nutrition for the nationally recognized Certificate of Equine Hoof Care Practitioner course (ACEHP) in Australia.
Carol is passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge of equine nutrition to make it easier and simpler for horse owners. So far she has been a speaker at a number of conferences in Australia, the Functional Hoof conferences in 2011 and 2014 and more recently the 2018 Bowker Conference in Australia. In 2012 Carol presented at the World Hoof Care Conference in Prague, Czech Republic and the Pacific Hoof Care Practitioners Conference in San Diego in 2016, and the 2017 NO Laminitis Conference in Tucson, Arizona USA.
Carol has had horses most of her life and in the last 19 years has been a keen competitor in endurance riding. Her own endurance horse, Omani Mr Sqiggle was a 2009 Australian National Points and Distance horse. Together they have completed at top levels, including the 400 km marathon, Shahzada, NSW State Championship rides and the national championship, the 160 km Tom Quilty.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/04/the-smart-way-to-feed-horses-part-1
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members ONLY.
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
See flyer for additional information
2-Day clinic will include: Certified farriers Don Bryant and Mark Male will discuss and demonstrate how to keep your performance horse performing at its best, to include standard shoes and Glu-Shu. Later Dr. Frank Reilly will discuss what is new in medical research to include important insulin resistance information, coffin joint research and much more, to be followed by Dr. Chris Wickliffe
Point of Contact: Eva Clark evaclark@hotmail.com 541-968-9840
Clinicians include Dr. Sammy Pittman, Drs. Stephanie Valberg, Meg Ramos, Lauren Schnabel, Jane Manfredi, Brian Pietrosimone & Olympic rider, Will Faudree.
Sponosred by Carolina Equine Sports Medicine Education Foundation
See flyer for additional information
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/01/anatomy-trimming-quebec
https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/01/advanced-anatomy-radiographs-quebec/
The US alone has almost 10 million horses. The most current estimates are that 10% to 15% of horses will suffer from laminitis every year. In the US, that is 1 million horses per year. The ECIR Group has been there to help caregivers and their equines for 25 years, researching, educating, and helping equines negotiate rehabilitation from or avoidance of debilitating laminitis.
The 2025 Jubilee NO Laminitis! Conference will be a special celebration of the 25 years that the ECIR Group has remained the largest field-trial database for Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)/Insulin Resistance (IR) in the world, dedicated to the quest of helping metabolic equines. Attendees will welcome the latest in research and proven protocols used to improve the welfare of equines in their care. Join the ECIR Group, Drs. Kellon, Bowker, Gustafson and 10 top-level equine researchers and professionals in the ECIR Group Virtual Conference Room via Zoom v offering three days of information live, and with recordings for future review.
This three-day clinic fulfills the beginner series clinic requirement for PHCP students. Anyone can attend, you do not have to be a PHCP member.
Days 1 and 2 will cover anatomy and trimming.
Day 3 will cover pathology, hoof protection and shoe removal.
Some of the topics covered include the following:
- Basic distal limb anatomy
- Exploration of anatomy through cadaver trimming and dissection
- Shoe removal for ease and comfort to both horse and trimmer
- Transitioning to barefoot
- Alternative forms of hoof protection
- Fit and use of a variety of hoof boots, based on performance, rehab or rider needs (glue on protection is not included in this clinic)
- How and when to use hoof casting
- Which padding options to utilize for various pathologies and rehab needs
- Casting and booting on cadaver limbs
Prerequisite
Read through the PHCP Introduction to Equine Diet and Lifestyle.
Study the PHCP Introduction to Equine Hoof Anatomy.
Visit Anatomy of the Equine to get familiar with the distal limb anatomy before you attend the clinic. Consider purchasing online coursework and ebooks.
What to bring
Most of this clinic will take place in a heated shop. A small portion of the time will be in the barn working with live horses, so please dress appropriately. Bring a chair or let me know if you need one. Bring your trimming tools if you are able, an apron or towel for your lap, gloves and safety glasses.
If you have a cadaver leg of your own you would like to dissect with us please let us know and bring it along.
There will be a one hour lunch break. You may bring your own lunch to eat on location or there is a diner 3 miles down the road.
Accommodations
I highly recommend staying in downtown Bristol for the best food and entertainment options. However, there is a B&B large enough for people to share across the fence from my farm (walking distance to my shop). There are also cheaper hotel options 20 minutes away with food close by. Three options on West State Street, Bristol, TN and two options on Linden Drive, Bristol, VA.
Travel
People should consider flying into TRI airport and be prepared to rent a car. We are in the country so Uber will be expensive or unrealistic.
Start time is 9:00 am each day and we’ll finish up between 4:00 and 5:00 pm.
Lorie Fleenor, PHCP practitioner, mentor and clinician, is an 8th generation farmer in Bristol, TN. Knowledge of animal welfare has always been a priority for Lorie, and whole horse hoof care has been her passion since she first learned to trim in 2007. She continues her education so that she can better help people and horses find a pathway to health and happy trails. Each year, Lorie hosts multiple clinics at her ranch for riding and hoof care, and is very active in her local horse community. Her husband and two children help her on the farm where they run a 265 head cattle operation, board and care for 75 horses, teach riding, and offer training services. She serves clients in Southwest VA and Northeast TN. She has a huge variety of horses, hooves, and pathologies on her farm. The horses live out 24/7 in herds on hilly pastures, so it’s fun to watch rehab and healthy hooves happen as new horses come in! As we all know, diet, exercise and the trim go hand in hand!
Lorie can be contacted at Magna Vista Farm in Bristol, TN (bdfandltf@gmail.com).
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/05/anatomy-trimming-and-hoof-protection-tennessee/. Member pricing is for PHCP members only
This clinic fulfills the PHCP radiograph requirement for students enrolled in the training program. You do not have to be a PHCP member to attend.
Day 1 – Advanced Anatomy and Morphology
Dissection and exploration of the internal and external structures of the foot.
We will start with a short review of anatomy, however participants will benefit greatly from having a basic understanding of the internal and external structures of the foot prior to attending.
The dissection will be lead by the instructor but students will be hands on in helping with the the different stages of the dissection. We will pick 2 to 4 hooves that have different morphologies. The number of hooves we dissect may vary depending on what we find and how long we spend with each one. We will compare the differences between healthy and unhealthy structures in each foot. We will learn how to visualize where our internal structures are positioned by reading external landmarks.
Examples of common pathologies we will see may include deep sulcus thrush affecting the frog corium, stretched weak lamina, white line infection, wall cracks, P3 remodeling that is visible externally, wall delamination, abscesses, and thin soles.
Participants will go home with techniques to:
- Assess the health of the soft tissue structures in the back of the foot (digital cushion, lateral cartilages, frog corium).
- Assess and accurately estimate sole depth and medio-lateral balance.
- Assess palmar/plantar angles.
- Pinpoint the center of rotation of the coffin joint.
- Assess P3 position in relation to toe length.
- Read wear and loading patterns in untrimmed feet. We will speculate on whether the wear we see is static (postural) vs dynamic (created during movement).
Day 2 – Radiograph Guided Trimming and Dissection
To participate in day 2 you must attend day 1 of this clinic.
We will use the assessment techniques learned in the advanced anatomy clinic to make trimming decisions. We will do a basic introduction to reading radiographs before we begin the exercise. Feet will be radiographed prior to trimming. Using this information, we will be able to critically assess how our trim impacts the position of the hoof capsule in relation to the bony column. Each participant will then complete a self guided dissection/exploration of their foot.
Prerequisite
Attending a PHCP Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection clinic is highly recommended to get the most out of this clinic.
Paige Poss and Jenny Edward’s Anatomy of the Equine online hoof course is recommended for beginners and professionals.
Accommodations
I highly recommend staying in downtown Bristol for the best food and entertainment options. However, there is a B&B big enough for people to share across the fence from my farm (walking distance to my shop). There are also cheaper hotel options 20 minutes away with food close by. Three options on West State Street, Bristol, TN and two options on Linden Drive, Bristol, VA.
Travel
People should consider flying into TRI airport and be prepared to rent a car. We are in the country so Uber will be expensive or unrealistic.
Start time is 9:00 am each day and we will finish up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
Lorie Fleenor, PHCP practitioner, mentor and clinician, is an 8th generation farmer in Bristol, TN. Knowledge of animal welfare has always been a priority for Lorie, and whole horse hoof care has been her passion since she first learned to trim in 2007. She continues her education so that she can better help people and horses find a pathway to health and happy trails. Each year, Lorie hosts multiple clinics at her ranch for riding and hoof care, and is very active in her local horse community. Her husband and two children help her on the farm where they run a 265 head cattle operation, board and care for 75 horses, teach riding, and offer training services. She serves clients in Southwest VA and Northeast TN. She has a huge variety of horses, hooves, and pathologies on her farm. The horses live out 24/7 in herds on hilly pastures, so it’s fun to watch rehab and healthy hooves happen as new horses come in! As we all know, diet, exercise and the trim go hand in hand!
Lorie can be contacted at bdfandltf@gmail.com, Magna Vista Farm in Bristol, TN.
Sign up
Day 1, Advanced Anatomy and Morphology, may be purchased and attended on its own. To attend day 2, Radiograph Guided Trimming and Dissection, you must attend day 1.
Certified Practitioners auditing will receive 4 CE credits per day.
Cancellations made one month in advance of the clinic start date will receive a full refund. Between a month out and two weeks in advance of the clinic, cancellations will receive a 50% refund.
If the clinic is cancelled for any reason the student will receive a full refund. Purchasing refundable airline tickets is recommended.
Sign up here: https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/10/advanced-anatomy-radiographs-tennessee. Member pricing is for PHCP Members only.
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
July 10, 2025
When client horses present with lameness or other issues accompanied by clinical signs of pain, this adds to the challenges faced by hoof care practitioners.Join Dr. Kevin Haussler to learn about the role of pain in creating structural and functional asymmetries, with a focus on understanding pain mechanisms and laterality, and learning to distinguish between lameness and neurologic conditions.
In this webinar, Dr. Haussler will:
- Explore pain mechanisms and adaptive/maladaptive responses
- Discuss the impact of pain on equine movement and posture
- Explain the concept of laterality and how pain influences limb preference and movement patterns
- Discuss the interactions between lameness and neurologic conditions
- Review rehabilitation strategies for managing pain and restoring functional symmetry
Dr. Kevin Haussler DVM, DC, PhD, DACVSMR is a leading researcher in the objective assessment of musculoskeletal pain, conservative management of spinal pain and dysfunction, and application of chiropractic techniques in animals. He is currently an Associate Professor at Lincoln Memorial University in eastern Tennessee. He is a charter diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation and a course instructor for the Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification course at the University of Tennessee. In 2019, Dr. Haussler created an online educational program at the Veterinary Compendium (VetCompendium.org), which focuses on elevating the standards of care for animals through a collective exploration of innovative, interdisciplinary approaches.
Sign up
Upon purchase of the webinar, you will receive the zoom link via your invoice along with an email prior to the live event. Members can access the live webinar Zoom link and the Zoom recording links via their account by logging into the website, clicking on the “Menu” dropdown, and then clicking on “Your Orders”.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/05/recognizing-and-understanding-the-role-of-pain-in-structural-and-functional-asymmetries.
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members only.
July 16, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
July 22, 2025
This webinar fulfills the advanced nutrition requirement for PHCP students.This two-part webinar series is a great introduction to equine nutrition in practical terms and compliments Dr. Kellon’s NRC Plus course.
Part 1 – Growing the Best Possible Hoof
This session will focus on the digestive system, the best feeds for horses and the key nutrients that influence hoof health.
The hoof is required to withstand impact, abrasion, mechanical injury, noxious substances and pathogens but be flexible enough to absorb and divert the shock sustained on it. Hooves have to be rigid as well as elastic and protect the soft, more sensitive tissues inside.
To achieve optimal hoof quality, three aspects can be influenced by our management; hoof care, nutrition and movement. Poor hoof growth, horn brittleness, inflammation, prevalence of infections like seedy toe, and a weak immune system can all have a nutritional component.
Carol Layton B.Sc M.Ed of Balanced Equine is an independent equine nutritionist with a science background and a passion for the optimal feeding of horses based on scientific research. In 2008, Carol enrolled in equine nutrition courses provided by Dr Eleanor Kellon VMD and has been a tutor for students in NRC Plus since 2009. Carol is currently a lecturer in Equine Nutrition for the nationally recognized Certificate of Equine Hoof Care Practitioner course (ACEHP) in Australia.
Carol is passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge of equine nutrition to make it easier and simpler for horse owners. So far she has been a speaker at a number of conferences in Australia, the Functional Hoof conferences in 2011 and 2014 and more recently the 2018 Bowker Conference in Australia. In 2012 Carol presented at the World Hoof Care Conference in Prague, Czech Republic and the Pacific Hoof Care Practitioners Conference in San Diego in 2016, and the 2017 NO Laminitis Conference in Tucson, Arizona USA.
Carol has had horses most of her life and in the last 19 years has been a keen competitor in endurance riding. Her own endurance horse, Omani Mr Sqiggle was a 2009 Australian National Points and Distance horse. Together they have completed at top levels, including the 400 km marathon, Shahzada, NSW State Championship rides and the national championship, the 160 km Tom Quilty.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/04/the-smart-way-to-feed-horses-part-1
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members ONLY.
July 29, 2025
This webinar fulfills the advanced nutrition requirement for PHCP students.This two-part webinar series is a great introduction to equine nutrition in practical terms and compliments Dr. Kellon’s NRC Plus course.
Part 2 – Laminitis and Myths
Some horses have a life threatening, metabolic condition that causes insulin to rise, triggering the chain of events that result in laminitis. Laminitis will be explained along with causes including the most common dietary cause, insulin resistance.
The aim of the presentation is to educate hoof practitioners so that they can support the owners of these horses and ponies by first explaining what the best and safest feeds are and what the key nutrients are to aid in rehabilitation plus horse management practices. The presentation will cover some related health issues including PPID and look at a number of common myths that confuse horse owners.
Carol Layton B.Sc M.Ed of Balanced Equine is an independent equine nutritionist with a science background and a passion for the optimal feeding of horses based on scientific research. In 2008, Carol enrolled in equine nutrition courses provided by Dr Eleanor Kellon VMD and has been a tutor for students in NRC Plus since 2009. Carol is currently a lecturer in Equine Nutrition for the nationally recognized Certificate of Equine Hoof Care Practitioner course (ACEHP) in Australia.
Carol is passionate about teaching and sharing her knowledge of equine nutrition to make it easier and simpler for horse owners. So far she has been a speaker at a number of conferences in Australia, the Functional Hoof conferences in 2011 and 2014 and more recently the 2018 Bowker Conference in Australia. In 2012 Carol presented at the World Hoof Care Conference in Prague, Czech Republic and the Pacific Hoof Care Practitioners Conference in San Diego in 2016, and the 2017 NO Laminitis Conference in Tucson, Arizona USA.
Carol has had horses most of her life and in the last 19 years has been a keen competitor in endurance riding. Her own endurance horse, Omani Mr Sqiggle was a 2009 Australian National Points and Distance horse. Together they have completed at top levels, including the 400 km marathon, Shahzada, NSW State Championship rides and the national championship, the 160 km Tom Quilty.
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/04/the-smart-way-to-feed-horses-part-1
*Member pricing is for PHCP Members ONLY.
August 1, 2025 - August 2, 2025
| Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School Inc., Horse Education Online Inc. This is an open house event. We will cover academic study, shoe making, shoe shaping, business and entrepreneurship, and any other topic attendees may want to cover. Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School will make its facility and instructors available from 8AM to 5PM for this purpose. There is no specific time/hours as what we will do each day depends on what attendees want to work on. |
August 2, 2025
Clinic with International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame member Dave Farley. See flyer for additional informationAugust 20, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
August 22, 2025 - August 23, 2025
Approved for 9 CE per day for a total of 18 CESee flyer for additional information
2-Day clinic will include: Certified farriers Don Bryant and Mark Male will discuss and demonstrate how to keep your performance horse performing at its best, to include standard shoes and Glu-Shu. Later Dr. Frank Reilly will discuss what is new in medical research to include important insulin resistance information, coffin joint research and much more, to be followed by Dr. Chris Wickliffe
Point of Contact: Eva Clark evaclark@hotmail.com 541-968-9840
August 22, 2025 - August 23, 2025
Our goals as organizers over the years are to continue to promote farriery as a vital part of Equine Sports Medicine along with providing additional ideas from a comparative perspective on each of our 2 day topics. As you can see this ESMS follow that format.Clinicians include Dr. Sammy Pittman, Drs. Stephanie Valberg, Meg Ramos, Lauren Schnabel, Jane Manfredi, Brian Pietrosimone & Olympic rider, Will Faudree.
Sponosred by Carolina Equine Sports Medicine Education Foundation
August 30, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Clinician Cody GregorySee flyer for additional information
September 17, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025
Event Description:
Join the International Association of Professional Farriers (IAPF) and Missouri Forget-Me-Not Horse Rescue & Sanctuary for the Fall Farrier Expo, taking place October 3–5, 2025. Sponsored by Glue-U Adhesives and Werkman Hoofcare, this three-day educational event brings together farriers, veterinarians, and equine professionals for a dynamic lineup of presentations, live demonstrations, and hands-on workshops.
Kick off Friday afternoon with a series of engaging one-hour presentations featuring industry experts covering topics from shoe modification credentials to GluShu applications and veterinary insights.
Saturday is Demonstration Day, where you'll observe live demos including advanced shoeing techniques, glue-on technology, and collaborative vet-farrier care approaches—plus an interactive lunch break for networking.
Sunday wraps up with small group, 30 minute hands-on sessions rotating through specialized stations for in-depth learning and practical skill-building with each presenter.
Whether you're looking to expand your technical knowledge or connect with professionals in the field, the Fall Farrier Expo offers valuable continuing education in a supportive and collaborative environment.
October 4, 2025 - October 5, 2025
| Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School Inc., Horse Education Online Inc. This is an open house event. We will cover academic study, shoe making, shoe shaping, business and entrepreneurship, and any other topic attendees may want to cover. Pacific Coast Horseshoeing School will make its facility and instructors available from 8AM to 5PM for this purpose. There is no specific time/hours as what we will do each day depends on what attendees want to work on. |
October 4, 2025
We will have Doug Russo here on October 4. Our entire staff works that day to make sure the event is very efficient and professional for the farriers. We coordinate with clients and outside sources to secure horses to use to demonstrate on during the event. Please let me know if you have any further questions. See flyer for additional information.October 15, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
October 18, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Sign-up at:https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/01/anatomy-trimming-quebec
October 25, 2025 - October 26, 2025
This Podiatry clinic will include both lectures and hands on work with assessing biomechanics, hoof balance, body compensations, and therapeutic hoofcare options. The morning will consist of lectures from the clinicians, while the afternoon we will break into small groups to learn individually with the clinicians through demos and hands on work. Participants will be broken into small groups and rotate through hands on demos with the 3 clinicians throughout the weekend. To register, see thehumblehoof.com/product/clinicOctober 25, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Sign up at:https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/01/advanced-anatomy-radiographs-quebec/
October 31, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Virtual via Zoom. Live event with recordings for future view. See attachment for further details.The US alone has almost 10 million horses. The most current estimates are that 10% to 15% of horses will suffer from laminitis every year. In the US, that is 1 million horses per year. The ECIR Group has been there to help caregivers and their equines for 25 years, researching, educating, and helping equines negotiate rehabilitation from or avoidance of debilitating laminitis.
The 2025 Jubilee NO Laminitis! Conference will be a special celebration of the 25 years that the ECIR Group has remained the largest field-trial database for Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) and Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS)/Insulin Resistance (IR) in the world, dedicated to the quest of helping metabolic equines. Attendees will welcome the latest in research and proven protocols used to improve the welfare of equines in their care. Join the ECIR Group, Drs. Kellon, Bowker, Gustafson and 10 top-level equine researchers and professionals in the ECIR Group Virtual Conference Room via Zoom v offering three days of information live, and with recordings for future review.
November 8, 2025 - November 10, 2025
Approved for 8 CE per day for a total of 24 CEThis three-day clinic fulfills the beginner series clinic requirement for PHCP students. Anyone can attend, you do not have to be a PHCP member.
Days 1 and 2 will cover anatomy and trimming.
Day 3 will cover pathology, hoof protection and shoe removal.
Some of the topics covered include the following:
- Basic distal limb anatomy
- Exploration of anatomy through cadaver trimming and dissection
- Shoe removal for ease and comfort to both horse and trimmer
- Transitioning to barefoot
- Alternative forms of hoof protection
- Fit and use of a variety of hoof boots, based on performance, rehab or rider needs (glue on protection is not included in this clinic)
- How and when to use hoof casting
- Which padding options to utilize for various pathologies and rehab needs
- Casting and booting on cadaver limbs
Prerequisite
Read through the PHCP Introduction to Equine Diet and Lifestyle.
Study the PHCP Introduction to Equine Hoof Anatomy.
Visit Anatomy of the Equine to get familiar with the distal limb anatomy before you attend the clinic. Consider purchasing online coursework and ebooks.
What to bring
Most of this clinic will take place in a heated shop. A small portion of the time will be in the barn working with live horses, so please dress appropriately. Bring a chair or let me know if you need one. Bring your trimming tools if you are able, an apron or towel for your lap, gloves and safety glasses.
If you have a cadaver leg of your own you would like to dissect with us please let us know and bring it along.
There will be a one hour lunch break. You may bring your own lunch to eat on location or there is a diner 3 miles down the road.
Accommodations
I highly recommend staying in downtown Bristol for the best food and entertainment options. However, there is a B&B large enough for people to share across the fence from my farm (walking distance to my shop). There are also cheaper hotel options 20 minutes away with food close by. Three options on West State Street, Bristol, TN and two options on Linden Drive, Bristol, VA.
Travel
People should consider flying into TRI airport and be prepared to rent a car. We are in the country so Uber will be expensive or unrealistic.
Start time is 9:00 am each day and we’ll finish up between 4:00 and 5:00 pm.
Lorie Fleenor, PHCP practitioner, mentor and clinician, is an 8th generation farmer in Bristol, TN. Knowledge of animal welfare has always been a priority for Lorie, and whole horse hoof care has been her passion since she first learned to trim in 2007. She continues her education so that she can better help people and horses find a pathway to health and happy trails. Each year, Lorie hosts multiple clinics at her ranch for riding and hoof care, and is very active in her local horse community. Her husband and two children help her on the farm where they run a 265 head cattle operation, board and care for 75 horses, teach riding, and offer training services. She serves clients in Southwest VA and Northeast TN. She has a huge variety of horses, hooves, and pathologies on her farm. The horses live out 24/7 in herds on hilly pastures, so it’s fun to watch rehab and healthy hooves happen as new horses come in! As we all know, diet, exercise and the trim go hand in hand!
Lorie can be contacted at Magna Vista Farm in Bristol, TN (bdfandltf@gmail.com).
Sign up at https://progressivehoofcare.org/2025/05/anatomy-trimming-and-hoof-protection-tennessee/. Member pricing is for PHCP members only
November 15, 2025 - November 16, 2025
Approved for 8 CE per day for a total of 16 CEThis clinic fulfills the PHCP radiograph requirement for students enrolled in the training program. You do not have to be a PHCP member to attend.
Day 1 – Advanced Anatomy and Morphology
Dissection and exploration of the internal and external structures of the foot.
We will start with a short review of anatomy, however participants will benefit greatly from having a basic understanding of the internal and external structures of the foot prior to attending.
The dissection will be lead by the instructor but students will be hands on in helping with the the different stages of the dissection. We will pick 2 to 4 hooves that have different morphologies. The number of hooves we dissect may vary depending on what we find and how long we spend with each one. We will compare the differences between healthy and unhealthy structures in each foot. We will learn how to visualize where our internal structures are positioned by reading external landmarks.
Examples of common pathologies we will see may include deep sulcus thrush affecting the frog corium, stretched weak lamina, white line infection, wall cracks, P3 remodeling that is visible externally, wall delamination, abscesses, and thin soles.
Participants will go home with techniques to:
- Assess the health of the soft tissue structures in the back of the foot (digital cushion, lateral cartilages, frog corium).
- Assess and accurately estimate sole depth and medio-lateral balance.
- Assess palmar/plantar angles.
- Pinpoint the center of rotation of the coffin joint.
- Assess P3 position in relation to toe length.
- Read wear and loading patterns in untrimmed feet. We will speculate on whether the wear we see is static (postural) vs dynamic (created during movement).
Day 2 – Radiograph Guided Trimming and Dissection
To participate in day 2 you must attend day 1 of this clinic.
We will use the assessment techniques learned in the advanced anatomy clinic to make trimming decisions. We will do a basic introduction to reading radiographs before we begin the exercise. Feet will be radiographed prior to trimming. Using this information, we will be able to critically assess how our trim impacts the position of the hoof capsule in relation to the bony column. Each participant will then complete a self guided dissection/exploration of their foot.
Prerequisite
Attending a PHCP Anatomy, Trimming and Hoof Protection clinic is highly recommended to get the most out of this clinic.
Paige Poss and Jenny Edward’s Anatomy of the Equine online hoof course is recommended for beginners and professionals.
Accommodations
I highly recommend staying in downtown Bristol for the best food and entertainment options. However, there is a B&B big enough for people to share across the fence from my farm (walking distance to my shop). There are also cheaper hotel options 20 minutes away with food close by. Three options on West State Street, Bristol, TN and two options on Linden Drive, Bristol, VA.
Travel
People should consider flying into TRI airport and be prepared to rent a car. We are in the country so Uber will be expensive or unrealistic.
Start time is 9:00 am each day and we will finish up between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
Lorie Fleenor, PHCP practitioner, mentor and clinician, is an 8th generation farmer in Bristol, TN. Knowledge of animal welfare has always been a priority for Lorie, and whole horse hoof care has been her passion since she first learned to trim in 2007. She continues her education so that she can better help people and horses find a pathway to health and happy trails. Each year, Lorie hosts multiple clinics at her ranch for riding and hoof care, and is very active in her local horse community. Her husband and two children help her on the farm where they run a 265 head cattle operation, board and care for 75 horses, teach riding, and offer training services. She serves clients in Southwest VA and Northeast TN. She has a huge variety of horses, hooves, and pathologies on her farm. The horses live out 24/7 in herds on hilly pastures, so it’s fun to watch rehab and healthy hooves happen as new horses come in! As we all know, diet, exercise and the trim go hand in hand!
Lorie can be contacted at bdfandltf@gmail.com, Magna Vista Farm in Bristol, TN.
Sign up
Day 1, Advanced Anatomy and Morphology, may be purchased and attended on its own. To attend day 2, Radiograph Guided Trimming and Dissection, you must attend day 1.
Certified Practitioners auditing will receive 4 CE credits per day.
Cancellations made one month in advance of the clinic start date will receive a full refund. Between a month out and two weeks in advance of the clinic, cancellations will receive a 50% refund.
If the clinic is cancelled for any reason the student will receive a full refund. Purchasing refundable airline tickets is recommended.
Sign up here: https://progressivehoofcare.org/2024/10/advanced-anatomy-radiographs-tennessee. Member pricing is for PHCP Members only.
November 19, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.
December 17, 2025
Third Wednesday each month, so for 2025: 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17.| Central NC clinic location rotates monthly, including Chapel Hill, New Hill, Southern Pines, Wake Forest. See monthly announcement in https://www.facebook.com/groups/978968283546217 |
A DVM/Farrier/Owner Team provides an equine case in need of podiatry-related ideas. The examinations, radiography and dinner are gratis; the owner makes their own financial arrangement with their farrier. The meeting is from 6 PM to 9PM. While everyone is settling in & getting some food and drink there is a general topic of discussion for farriers and veterinarians’ joint interest. For example, on 10/19/2023 the presentation and discussion was on considerations for shoeing for landing versus loading.,
Then, the horse’s owner, veterinarian and farrier provide a medical history. The group will observe the horse in motion in the aisle, arena and/or driveway. Next the group does a podiatry examination followed by Dr. Radkin doing podiatry radiographs for the group to discuss. Then a trimming and possible shoeing plan is discussed. The consensus plan approved by the owner and the owner’s farrier is then accomplished by the owner’s farrier. Follow-up radiographs will be discussed. There will be one case each evening. The end time is no later than 9PM.
The goal is to see how farriers and equine practitioners work together on a particular case that can then translate to other cases.