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All hooves above trimmed by students in workshops
All Natural
Hoof Care
724-255-6465
AANHCP Natural Trim Workshops-instructs the
students how to trim according to the wild hoof model. Workshop
includes a lecture on the trim guidelines, discussion of the zen in
hoof trimming and complete stepwise program.  A demonstration
trim and tool handling will follow with open discussion/questions.
Students will then successfully trim 3 cadaver hooves in succession
(within one hour) of the clinicians choosing. Please see the
AANHCP website for further information and prerequisites. All
students must come prepared with tools, apron, proper shoes and
a copy of the trim guidelines or they will be rescheduled without
refund. Cost is $100 per student per day and an additional $10 for
each cadaver hoof used payable upon registration (five are included
totalling 150.00). Additional hooves may be purchased at the day of the
clinic. I'm currently taking students on a one on one basis only by appt.
only.

All clinics will begin at 9am. Testing will begin at 6pm to allow plenty
of practice time. Plan to end around 7:30. Any student scheduling
Step 5 must sign the adherence forms after successfully completing
the three hoof test. Prior notice of your TC will be required to
accept a deposit for Step 5 either via e-mail or phone. All students
must be prepared to answer the question "Why is the natural trim
as taught in the workshops applicable to all equines, in all situations
and environments, and for all hoof types and deformities?" A written
test based on Handbook Guidelines will be given prior to the three
hoof test if you are scheduled to so step 5 the following day. These
questions are in your handbook so know them well if you plan on
scheduling step 5!



Intro To Live Trimming-I'm currently taking students for
step 5 on a one on one basis by appointment only. Successful
completion of a natural trim workshop is required and proof of
such will be verified before scheduled date. You will stay at our
farm for the day and learn how to handle a horse with stay safe
while trimming. Prior experience and honesty of such will decide
which and how many horses you may do. Correct trimming
techniques may be practiced and any questions about tools and
uses are to be asked here! Knife sharpening and tool care is
optional based upon the individual's needs. This is you doorway
to the barefoot world...be prepared before you walk though so
that it may reflect upon this wonderful organization! I will also
have each student pull one shoe from a cadaver hoof to
demonstrate readiness for a mentorship string. This is your day
so let's make it fun as well as educational!



1st String mentorships-here you will be asked to trim several horses in
the field. I will be checking to see if you understand the trim guidelines
on a transitioned foot. No supercoriatic hooves will be shown to you at
this point. It's most important to understand the trim before you begin
any severely deformed or lamInitic trims.



2nd String Mentorships- Verification of trimming skills
and individual techniques will be reported. This is you final exam
so to say...any problems need to be resolved at this point
before certification. Changes or issues that may have occurred
during your independent study work are welcome and
encouraged (so are pictures!). Other topics include good
"people skills", how to better communicate with your clients and
vets, building a business and any other concerns the individual
may have. Donkey trimming as well as mini's are also available
if you can meet the schedule. An average of 10 horses will be
trimmed during this instruction and many have severe
pathology. Navicular and Founder cases available upon request
with prior notice (specify your needs when you call). To
schedule please click the link below...



Step 9-Final exam. All requirements must be fulfilled and
recommendation from your TC will be required                       
before scheduling.  Please notify your TC leader for approval
before scheduling.
Boot N Go
Bruce Nock
Jaime Jackson
required learning materials
star-ridge
pay filing fees
Patricia Jackson  
records keeper