The 2nd Annual Farrier & Hoofcare Online Conference is already
scheduled.

Mark your calendars for December 5, 6 and 7. You won't want to miss
it.

NOW APPROVED FOR 12 HOURS of CE CREDIT FOR VETERINARIANS and VET
TECHS!*

Early Bird registration prices are now in effect. Register now to
lock in your discount!

Go to: http://www.farrierandhoofcareonlineconference.com

This Conference is a "must" if you're a:

Farrier who believes in continuing education, and you want to stay
informed of the latest farriery developments.

Veterinarian or Vet Tech who has an interest in farriery and
hoofcare, you want to successfully work in partnership with your
clients farriers, and you want to earn 12 hours of Continuing
Education credit.

Horse owner who is truly concerned about the care of your horses
hooves. Every farrier will tell you, "an educated horse owner is a
better customer."

Let's get something out of the way: You do NOT have to be an Internet
egghead to attend this Online Conference. Just the fact that you're
reading this page already indicates you know how to turn on your
computer and get online. The only other thing you need to check is to
see if your computer's speakers are working. If they are, you're all
set! (If you want to get fancy, add a microphone to your computer.
But it's not a necessity.)

The 2003 Conference will consist of six educational, practical and
thought provoking presentations:

Barbara Page, D.V.M.: "Natural Form and Function of the Equine Foot"
This presentation will review the study performed by Barbara,
comparing the radiology, histology and hoof capsule shape between
feral horses and wild horses. Included will be the function of the
foot with respect to hoof capsule shape, to help people think through
disease and inflammation, and thus treatment options.

A world-renown expert on the function and physiology of the hoof,
Barb is in constant demand as a lecturer and clinician. Her
presentation last year at the American Association of Equine
Practitioners conference garnered rave reviews from all in attendance.

There is a diversity of opinions about the function, shoeing and
trimming of the equine foot. One line of thought had logical sense
but little proof. This lead to scientific research as to what shoeing
techniques would improve the physiology and function of the foot,
thus decreasing lameness. Presently, Dr. Page does the research on
behalf of the Equine Wellness Foundation. The information gleaned
from the research is exposed to the public through magazine articles,
book chapters, scientific papers and lectures throughout the U.S. and
Europe, and now online conferences!

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Gene Ovnicek: "Recognizing Navicular Syndrome Before it Becomes
Irreversible"
Did you know that horses that stumble, forge, or interfere are
displaying early signs of lameness that if left untreated could cause
Navicular related problems later in life? In this presentation you
will learn how to identify these early symptoms, as well as recognize
hoof capsule distortion that causes pathology to the region of the
coffin joint, Impar Ligament and Navicular Bone. You will also learn
how to correct the hoof deformity through simple guidelines.

Gene is nationally and internationally recognized as a farrier,
clinician and researcher. With over 40 years of horseshoeing
experience and a member of numerous groundbreaking research projects,
Gene is looked at as a key contributor to the ongoing advancement of
the farrier sciences. His information packed presentations have been
featured at some of the most prestigious farrier and veterinarian
conferences in the world. He is widely known for his research data
compiled from wild horse studies done in 1986 and 1987. The
information gathered from the wild horse hoof patterns observed from
the study led to the development of the hoof care methods of Natural
Balance for trimming and shoeing (a.k.a. Wild Horse Trim and Natural
Trim). More recent developments of this Natural Balance information
includes the Natural Balance Shoes™ and the Equine Digit Support
System, which is used in the treatment of lower limb pathologies.

Gene's Natural Balance information have been published in the
American Farrier's Journal (AFJ), Anvil Magazine, TrailBlazer
magazine, Horse Illustrated, Western Horseman, the European Farrier's
Journal, EQUUS and several associated press articles. The wild horse
research material, as well as the Natural Balance guidelines are
published in the book, "New Hope for Soundness" and on the
www.hopeforsoundness.com website.

As a clinician, Gene has been invited to share this information with
a wide range of groups and activities. A few include:

Guest Speaker at the Bluegrass Laminitis Symposium in 1994
Speaker at the 1995 meeting of the American Association of Equine
Practitioners
Speaker at the 1997 Guild of Professional Farriers Convention
Guest Speaker at the 1998 Colorado VMA Conference
Speaker at the 1999 Wyoming VMA Conference
Speaker at Colorado State Univ. CE Clinic for Vets and Farriers
Speaker at UC Davis CE Clinics for Vets and Farriers
Speaker at the 1998 Heumphreus Memorial Conference at UC Davis
Speaker at several TFP Farrier/Vet Conferences in England
Speaker at the 1998 Ashbrook Farrier/Vet Conference in the UK
Guest Speaker at the 11th Congress for Farriers & Vets of France 1999
Speaker at the Annual Rochester Lameness Conference '97 & '00
Speaker at the 2001 Meeting of the Canadian Veterinary Medical
Association
Speaker at the 2001 Meeting of the American College of Veterinary
Surgeons
Speaker at the 2002 Farrier & Hoofcare Online Conference

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Woodrow (Tookie) Myers, D.V.M. (and a farrier!): "Laminitis: Is it?
Or isn't it?"
"As a farrier and veterinarian, I feel obligated to inform my clients
of suspected laminitis. What do I do to convey that it doesn't have
to be a "death sentence or a disaster"? This session will present an
organized diagnostic approach for the farrier, veterinarian and owner
to determine exactly what the situation is, and how to optimally
handle the suspected laminitis. And the best news is, the horse may
turn out not to be laminitic at all.

With over forty years of equine experience and over thirty in farrier
work, Dr. Myers brings a unique perspective to the diagnosis and
treatment of problems in the equine. Clinical applications of
biomechanical principles have led to the recovery or control of a
number of originally "hopeless" cases. Working with the specific
mechanics of the hoof and limb has led to a return to a useful life
for many horses and a reduction or elimination of medications
originally used to control the problem. Medical and surgical
procedures are utilized when appropriate, but biomechanical
correction has been found to be the first line of defense in all
lameness situations.

A continual search for improved techniques for diagnosis and
treatment has led to publication and research as well as lectures to
groups on a variety of topics. Prevention of problems and disease is
a hallmark of Dr. Myers practice. Addition of computerized balance
measurement for internal and external distal limb structures is
increasing the accuracy and efficiency of treatment. This procedure
is additionally increasing long distance consulting and assistance to
those not in the immediate service area. Farriers and veterinarians
can be rapidly trained long distance in these techniques, and
correction applied to the case for relief.


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Ken Sandoe, Esq.: "Farriers, Vets and Horse Owners: Exploring the
Gray Legal Boundaries."
What responsibility does a farrier have to a horse and horse owner?
What responsibility does a horse owner have to a farrier? And where
does the Vet fit into all of this?

Ken is a practicing attorney in Myerstown, Pennsylvania. Ken and his
wife, Karen, own Sunny Hill Farm Belgians, and they have been
exhibiting their six horse hitch for the past few years at most major
shows in the east. Ken writes a Legal Advice column for every issue
of the Draft Horse Journal.

His credentials include:

Mansfield State University, Magna Cum Laude, 1974
Temple University, Cum Laude, Juris Doctor, 1977
Member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
Admitted to the United States Court of Claims
Admitted to all Pennsylvania and Federal Courts, and the U.S. Supreme
Court

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Ray Miller: "Building and Increasing Your Farrier Business Income"
To survive and thrive in today's economy, farriers have to develop
their "core business." I'll be addressing methods to achieve this
development through an understanding of the market place and
continued marketing/promotion. The goal is adding to your bottom line.

Ray has 40 years of full-time professional experience within the
horse industry. These are some of his credentials:

Master Farrier/Plater, Race Track License Arizona
U.S. Department of Interior, U.S. Department of Agriculture, ratings
of Master Farrier, Senior Packer/Wrangler, Senior Horse Specialist,
Senior Wild Horse Specialist
Colorado State Board of Colleges: Teaching Credentials for Farrier
Science, Equine Management, Equine Science, Secondary, Post Secondary
and Adult Education
U.S. Forest Service Permitted Outfitter
License Outfitter Guide Wisconsin
Former Licensed Outfitter and Guide in Arizona, Colorado and Montana
Certified Expert Witness in Federal and State Court System for Equine
and Equine Related Legal Matters in Arizona, Kansas, Missouri,
Colorado, Texas and New York
General Manager/Senior Wrangler/Packer Rocky Mountain Outfitters,
Glacier National Park for 10 years


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Danvers Child, CF, RJF: Dan will be the moderator of a "Round-Table
Discussion in Response to the Questions and Interests of the
Conference Participants"

By "Conference Participants" we mean YOU, as well as the speakers!
Through the wizardry of the Internet you'll be able to submit
questions and participate in the discussion.

If we could've designed and built from the ground-up someone who was
custom-made to moderate the Round-Table discussion, we would have
ended up with Danvers. This are a portion of his background and
qualifications:

General:
Certified Journeyman Farrier
American Farriers' Association Registered Journeyman Farrier
Guild of Professional Farriers
Contributor: Professional Farrier, American Farriers' Journal, Anvil,
The New Zealand Farrier


Lecturer/Clinician: Equitana USA, Hoosier Horse Fair, AFA Annual
Convention, AAEP/AFA Developmental Workshops, AFA Education Committee
Workshops, Purdue University Veterinary School, United States Pony
Club, Farrier's Association of Washington State, Centaur Forge & Mid-
East Farrier's Association, Michigan Horseshoer's Association,
Indiana Farriers' Association

Columnist: Arabian Horse Interactive
Consultant: www.horseshoes.com, www.horseadvice.com

Graduate: Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School

American Farrier's Association:
Editorial Review Board: Professional Farrier
Executive Committee Member
Secretary
Board of Directors
Editor, AFA Newsletter
Member: Publications Committee, Education Committee, Public Relations
Committee

Indiana Farriers' Association:
Board of Directors
Chairman, Constitution & Bylaws Committee
Public Relations Coordinator
IFA Liaison, Hoosier Horse Fair

Indiana Horse Council:
Board of Directors
Vice President
Member: Scholarship Committee, Education & Research Committee
Judge: 4-H Speech and Demonstration Contests

Non-Farrier Background:
B.S.E. (English & History), University of Central Arkansas
M.A. (English), University of Central Arkansas
A.B.D. (Rhetoric) Purdue University
Director, Developmental Writing Program, Purdue University
Assistant Director, Writing Center, Purdue University
Coordinator, Instructional Computing, School of Liberal Arts, Purdue
University
Composition and Literature Instructor, University of Central Arkansas
Composition and Literature Instructor, Purdue University
Composition Instructor, Indiana University--Kokomo
Composition Instructor, IV Tech
Board Member, National Writing Centers Association
President, East Central Writing Centers Association
Publications: 20+ articles in journals such as College English and
The Writing Center Journal; essay in Henderson's Thor's Hammer:
Essays on John Gardner; essay in Wallace & Simpson's The Writing
Center: New Directions; Instructor's Manual for Weiser's Basic
Composition; etc.

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Conference Schedule:

Friday, December 5, 7 to 11pm (US East coast time)
Saturday, December 6, 7 to 11pm (US East coast time)
Sunday, December 7, 7 to 11pm (US East coast time)

What if you can't attend one or two of the sessions? Not a problem.
After the conference you will receive, at no additional cost, a full
record of all 6 sessions, in either a DVD or VHS format. These are
provided courtesy of our corporate sponsors Thoro'Bred, Inc, Equine
Innovations (Hoofjack), Mid West Farrier Supply and Vettec Hoof Care
Products, who contributed significant financial resources to assist
this program. (Don't forget to visit their web sites!) You won't miss
a minute of this conference.

How, exactly, will you be able to attend and participate? After
you've registered you'll be sent the details on what you need to do
to access the conference. There's nothing complicated involved.

Don't delay! Give yourself an early Holiday Season present.
Go to http://www.farrierandhoofcareonlineconference.com

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* - Course meets the requirements for 12 hours of continuing
education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB's RACE
approval; however, participants should be aware that some boards have
limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories
and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing
education.