Techniques In Farrier Science

This course will teach the student to evaluate and trim the horse’s hoof and develop a working knowledge of corrective farrier techniques.

Course Objectives

• To gain an understanding of hoof growth and development. Students will learn the parts of a foot and their function.
• To develop skills in trimming a hoof. This will include learning proper balance and angle as well as learning different trim styles.
• Recognizing the properly shod horse. Students will be exposed to the shaping of shoes and proper nailing practices.
• To understand logical progression in dealing with hooves in problem horses. This will include dealing with problems as they arise in young horses and correcting problems in older horses.
• To develop an understanding of methods of restraint, their uses and proper application.