Volume 4 | August 29, 2024 | 143 Days To Go
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Hosted by American Farriers Journal
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January 21-24, 2025 | Kansas City, Missouri
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We're excited to share the 4-Day Program for the Greatest Hoof-Care Learning Experience Offered in 2025.
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Here's your first look at the just-released 2025 International Hoof-Care Summit agenda. The 2025 speaker program promises 70 hours of non-stop footcare learning...
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31 Chances to Learn From Leading World-Wide Footcare Experts
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60 Footcare Learning Opportunities
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32 Hoof-Care Roundtable discussions
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12 How-To Product Knowledge Clinics
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2 VIP Equine Limb Dissection Wet Labs with Mitch Taylor and Paige Poss
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Exclusive Book Signings with Dr. Simon Curtis
- Access to the world's largest hoof-care products Trade Show!
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An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Museum Bonus Tour Opportunity with Dr. Deb Bennett at the University of Kansas Museum of Natural History that will build on her Summit presentations on forelimb and hindlimb conformation
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13 Powerful Hoof-Care Classrooms
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Door Prize Drawings including a chance to win a Pieh Tool limited edition "Billy" Anvil OR a signed 4-book set by Simon Curtis
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6 Exceptional general sessions that zero in on your most critical farrier challenges
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I’ve been involved in the development and planning of every Summit in its 22-year history, and 2025 is no different. I hope you’ll join us this January 21-24, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo., at this year’s Summit, which will feature a variety of sessions aimed at addressing the most critical challenges faced by hoof-care professionals today. Here's just a few of the speakers and their topics to be covered:
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Dr. Deb Bennett will outline simple, yet effective, field techniques for assessing forelimb and hindlimb conformation as well as sharing how to improve a horse's calmness and level of obedience — and how to teach this to clients
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Blane Chapman will share essential techniques for moving feet back, as well as dressing the hoof wall, how to avoid over-dressing and other essential footcare considerations
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Dr. Jenny Hagen will discuss how lameness affects the distal limb and will examine chronic pain syndrome, identifying behavioral and physical signs and the options for pain management
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Chris Gregory will share strategies for improving the health and performance of the hind limb, the appropriate uses for the patten bar shoe and why you need to include it in your toolbox
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Paige Poss will lead a highly anticipated 2-hour dissection wet lab
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Steve Teichman will explain situations when he used the heart bar shoe, why its importance endures and how he applies this revolutionary appliance
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Dr. Kristy Lesniak, a senior lecturer at Hartpury University, will share her research on skeletal asymmetry and how it affects the equine hoof as well as her research finding on how much hoof damage can occur in a short time and how to educate your clients about the importance of regular hoof-care intervals
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As someone deeply entrenched in the hoof-care industry for the past 3 decades and the founder of the International Hoof-Care Summit (IHCS), I know that our commitment to providing top-notch educational opportunities, networking avenues and access to cutting-edge technologies and techniques sets IHCS apart as the premier, unrivaled gathering for hoof-care professionals worldwide.
With a mix of educational sessions, hands-on labs and networking opportunities, the 2025 Summit is set to be another fantastic event this January in Kansas City.
Our team looks forward to seeing you there!
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Frank Lessiter
Editorial Director
American Farriers Journal & International Hoof-Care Summit
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2025 Program Just Released!
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70 Hours packed with 60 Sessions, 32 Hoof-Care Roundtables & Expert Speakers
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98.7% of Past Attendees Recommend the Summit!
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The 2025 Speaker Program is now available for download! We are dedicated to creating an agenda for farriers like you to take home the best tips and advice from industry-leaders. Take a look at all the great things we have planned for 2025!
PLUS, lock in your $50 savings when you register by September 30 with early bird pricing. Register for just $459 today!
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"I've been shoeing for 25 years, and the Summit is the best farrier meeting I've ever attended."
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- Scott Anweiler, Minerva, Ohio
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Henry Heymering Legacy Lecture...
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Hind Limb Trimming
& Shoeing Considerations
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While front-end lameness is more prevalent than in the hind, having sound, fully functional hind legs and feet are essential to any horse.
Chris Gregory of the Heartland Horseshoeing School examines important trimming and shoeing considerations for the equine engine.
You’ll Learn: New strategies for improving the health and performance of the hind limb.
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Forging a Successful Farrier Practice from the Ground Up
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Vernon, Texas, farrier Blane Chapman shares valuable insights for aspiring and experienced farriers on how to build and sustain a profitable hoof-care business.
You’ll learn effective strategies for managing customers, overseeing apprentices and building your haul-in clientele. Discover practical tips on balancing your workload and growing your reputation — all without burning out or sacrificing your livelihood.
You’ll Learn: Valuable advice to help you succeed — whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your existing business.
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Conformation:
Fallacies & Insights
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Conformation faults result in footcare needs that are unique from horse-to-horse and hoof-to-hoof. “Bad” conformation cannot be managed until the exact location of faulty structure can be pinpointed and the underlying anatomy accurately understood and described.
Dr. Deb Bennett of the Equine Studies Institute outlines simple, yet effective, field techniques for assessing forelimb and hind limb conformation.
You’ll Learn: Correct conception of limb conformation and effective techniques to apply in the field or in a clinical setting.
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Special Book Signing with Simon Curtis
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Visit the American Farriers Journal Trade Show booth at 11 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday where British farrier Simon Curtis will hold 2 exclusive book-signings. All paid Summit attendees are also eligible to win a drawing for a 4-book set personally autographed by the International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer.
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Register Today to be Entered in the Drawing
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Pieh Tool Co. has crafted 51 limited edition anvils based on Bill Pieh’s classic design from over 40 years ago. Register by Nov. 1, 2024, for a chance to win “The Billy,” a 130-pound anvil honoring Bill Pieh’s dedication to the craft. Founded by Bill in 1960, Centaur Forge set the standard for farrier supplies, a legacy continued today by his daughter, Amy Pieh, at Pieh Tool Co. in Arizona.
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2 Spots Remaining! VIP
Hands-On Dissection Wet Lab
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The external appearance of the equine hoof offers farriers and veterinarians indications of what is transpiring with the internal structures. In this VIP Hands-On Dissection Wet Lab, Paige Poss of Tucson, Ariz., leads a lively and informative discussion in which attendees inspect cadaver limbs before, during and after dissection. Admission is $149, limited to the first 15 registrants.
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Special Equine Limb
Dissection Wet Lab
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Understanding anatomy is the foundation of farriery. International Horseshoeing Hall of Famer Mitch Taylor of the Kentucky Horseshoeing School presents a special, extended equine limb dissection featuring an interactive discussion of vital structures to improve your understanding of quality hoof care. Admission is $99. Attendance limited to the first 100 registrants.
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NEW! VIP Hands-On Sole-Hoof Wall Immobilization Wet Lab
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University of California-Davis farrier Shane
Westman leads an exclusive hands-on wet lab to apply a novel sole-hoof wall immobilization technique for stabilizing P3 fractures. The technique was published in 2024 by Veterinary Surgery and provides a new tool for your footcare arsenal. Admission is $199. Attendance limited to the first 15 registrants.
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Unlock $50 Savings with Early Bird Registration!
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Register for the early bird rate of just $459 by calling (866) 839-8455 or (262) 432-0388 or click the register button below. Early Bird pricing is good through 9/30/24.
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Thank You to Our 2025 Educational Partners
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