Holistic Hoof Care Course - Level 2 - 18th August 2019

No foot, no horse!

This course is ideal for the conscientious horse owner, student or professional who would like to learn more about caring for horses holistically, with a focus on hooves for soundness and high performance from the foot up. You will also get to meet like-minded people and make new friends and connections! We recommend you attend our intro course before signing up for this one as it is more advanced.

Beccy has over 25 years industry experience and will share with you valuable nuggets of information is a practical, hands on course at her yard at Holistic Reflections HQ on the fringe of the Lake District near Egremont. Learn more about Beccy here.

The course is a mix of lectures and workshop practicals and all participants will get an opportunity to try out what they learn in the classroom on the Yewcroft Herd of horses.

Topics included in this full-on day of learning include:

• Foot function fundamentals

• Hoof scoring and proactive hoof care

• Common diseases of the equine foot and hoof

• Using poultices and hoof soaking boots

• Introduction to grass sensitivity and laminitis

• Use of hoof boots and pads

• Exercises for your spectrum score

• The Institute of Applied Equine Podiatry

Drinks and snacks provided but please bring some lunch with you and please note there aren't any shops nearby.

Registration is at 8.30 so please arrive in time to begin at 9am prompt.

Minimum participants 4, maximum 8 for maximum participant benefit!

Can also be purchased using a voucher purchased at our store!

This is NOT a "how to trim" course. For horse owner or professional hoof care courses we recommend you visit the Institute of Applied Equine Podiatry at www.equinepodiatry.com

Join us at our Intro Level Holistic Hoof Care Course on the 22nd of September 2019.

By signing up to this event, you agree to our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy, found online at www.holisticreflections.co.uk Alternatively you can contact us for a digital copy sent to your inbox by email!

This course will be cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not met before 8th April.

About the Host

Beccy Smith B.Sc.(Hons) MIAEP DAEP EBW of Holistic Reflections.

Beccy is a Holistic Equine Consultant, Equine Podiatrist,/Barefoot Trimmer, Wellness Coach and Therapist at Holistic Reflections (formerly Holistic Equine based in East Yorkshire) with 26 years industry experience. Beccy is a qualified Applied Equine Podiatrist, SCENAR therapist and Equine Sports Massage therapist. She is also a qualified BHS groom and has an honours degree in Equine Technology and Business. Beccy provides unique consultations and services for horses, pets and people in and around Cumbria, the Scottish Borders and the North of England and supports the health, longevity and evolution of people, pets and horses. Together with her family, she is the caretaker of a herd of 5 incredible horses which live at their yard alongside their rescued dogs and cats on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. To learn about Beccy and the services and products provided by Holistic Reflections, please visit the Holistic Reflections Facebook page at www.facebook.com/holisticreflections/ or visit www.holisticreflections.co.uk You can also find useful information about Beccy and her products, services, testimonials etc, at www.holisticequine.co.uk