Hoof Trimming and Horseshoeing Course
This course equips participants with practical skills in hoof trimming and horseshoeing, focusing on laminitis management, gait assessment, conservative trimming, shoe selection, and effective communication for optimal equine hoof health.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Master essential hoof trimming and horseshoeing skills in this focused, practical course. Learn to recognize and manage laminitis, assess gait and hoof balance, and apply conservative trimming strategies that reduce soreness. Explore shoe selection, pads, and tools, plus safe handling, pain management basics, and clear client communication so you can support soundness and long-term hoof health with confidence.
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Develop skills
- Laminitis assessment: Quickly spot laminitis and hoof soreness without diagnostics.
- Therapeutic trimming: Perform safe, conservative trims for laminitis-prone horses.
- Farriery safety: Apply secure restraint and lameness exams for stress-free shoeing.
- Shoe selection: Match shoes, pads, and boots to terrain, workload, and pathology.
- Vet-client communication: Present hoof findings clearly and know when to call the vet.
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