Established Since 1999

FEATURED PRODUCTS

Student learning how to apply the HPT Method, in an effort to become an DAEP.
Energy management in the equine foot
Are horseshoes the true evil, or is the lack of knowledge that makes horseshoes necessary the true evil.
Course and workshops in Applied Equine Podiatry, natural, holistic, and barefoot hoof care for horses.
Horse owner learns to trim while attending the 3 day course on hoof care.
Students learn how to use the Spectrum of Usability.
The HPT Model
Student learns to apply the HPT Method.
Hemodynamics in the equine foot.

Day One
Morning - Finalize course paper work; Introductions; Begin interactive lecture on The Suspension Theory of Hoof Dynamics, the Science of Applied Equine Podiatry, and Functional Anatomy of the Equine Foot.
Afternoon - Continuation of interactive lecture, including coverage of The HPT Model , The HPT Method, and the Spectrum of Usability.

Day Two
Morning - Functional anatomy of the Equine Distal Limb explained and demonstrated through dissection.
Afternoon - Preparation of cadaver feet for trimming; Student application of the Spectrum of Usability to evaluate cadaver feet; Tool distribution and initial discussion of tool safety and correct tool use.

 Day Three
Morning - Step-by-step explanation and interactive demonstration of correct tool use in preparation for applying the HPT Method.
Afternoon - Student application of the HPT Method to cadaver feet, with explanation and discussion of environmental influences on the equine foot.
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Tuition for 3-Day Course: $375 includes the following tools:
Specialty hoof knife, rasp and rasp handle best designed
to apply the HPT Method.

$150 deposit, with balance of $225 paid 60 days prior to course date. Rates for courses held outside the U.S.
 are detailed in the registration forms.  Balances not paid by 30 days prior to start date will be processed by IAEP with Credit Card on file.

An Introduction to Applied Equine Podiatry

3-Day Course in Whole Health Hoof Care

This page contains the curriculum for our 3 day whole health hoof care programs. Whether you are a horse owner, farrier, or veterinarian the Institute offers a course or program to fit your needs. Courses provide the latest information on modern day hoof care, barefoot hoof care and natural hoof care. Our curriculums have been developed by a professional farrier, horseshoer, and equine podiatrist KC La Pierre. If you are interest in the welfare, health, and performance of your horse or the horses in your care, then the Institute has a course that is right for you.
For those of you that are looking for a career change, Applied Equine Podiatry and Holistic Hoof Care is a growning industry. When you consider that there are over 8 million horses in the United States, and that these horses need to have hoof care every 6 to 8 weeks the potential for developing a succesful practice in the hoof care industry is huge. The biggest complaint we hear is that there are just not enough qualified hoof care providers available.
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