This is from the Association: TACT is simply The Anatomically Correct Trim for shod, booted or barefoot horses, it follows the anatomy to trim. This belief led him to start an independent workshop and support group for equine industry professionals, including farriers, barefoot trimmers, veterinarians and equine practitioners. We are also pleased to note the position statement, jointly agreed by the Farriers Registration Council, Farriers Training Agency, Worshipful Company of Farriers and the National Association of farriers, Blacksmiths and Agricultural Engineers. Back in August Eddie Linehan from Thunderbrook Feeds was expressing his frustration in the Barefoot Horse Owners Group that there wasn’t a single point of contact where people could get information on trimmers.. 30 Bennitt Road. Here is some information about the movement from the website. Jan is a dedicated barefoot trimmer. Back Issues still available in PRINT are: 13, 21, 24, 25, 26, 28 - all back issues available digitally Occasional horses really have a lot of healing to do in their hooves. The Naked Hoof. She has completed the Penzance Natural Hoof Care and Trim Certification Course and is currently working on her American Hoof Association Membership (ID#966857). Join J.C. Marino for a complete training workshop on barefoot trimming & proper hoof care. Professional barefoot trimmers are making a good living. Because that's what is best for the horse, in the long term and on every level. You will receive individualized training in the classroom, in the wet lab and under the horse, covering all aspects of hoof health assessment, functional hoof trimming, balance, corrective hoof procedures and so much more. This is only a start, in no particular order. Victorian Trimmers. The barefoot method, presumes, that the hoof is a biologic organ, and not just a structural element on the end of the leg. Henry Heymering, an AFA Certified Journeyman Farrier, has written an article in the Anvil Magazine, The Strasser Method Trim Considered , with which I greatly concur. Therefore The Barefoot Blacksmith takes no responsibility for any advice or information offered by them. Barefoot trimmers have been changing (not always for the better) the landscape of the hoof care world. It wasn’t by any means an original complaint. Naked Horse - The natural horse stuff. A lot of having a trimming business is "holding the owner's hand," especially in the first few days of the transition period. Daisy Busyman. Rates: Mini, Pony, donkey $40.00 If you are interested in becoming a barefoot trimmer, I would encourage you to join this group and be a part of their program. I am grateful to have found her for my 18 year old Irish Draught Mare. Highlights: Cold Shoeing, All Soundness Needs, Natural Barefoot Trimming, Trimming, General Farrier Work, Rope Horses, Very Dependable, Corrective & Lameness Shoeing, All Breeds & Disciplines, Punctual And Honest, Barrel Horses, Regular Shoes And Trims, Basic Shoeing Jan listened to my concerns as we transitioned from shoes to barefoot and offered wonderful suggestions. American Farriers Association and Kansas Farriers Association member. Books, Videos and DVD's: Certified Level III Riding Instructor through the Certified Horsemanship Association. Pete Ramey's site. GoBarefoot is a booking agency providing quality barefoot trimming services in Victoria, Australia. Listed below are recommended trimmers who have either completed or commenced training. I have since dropped out of AHA. Chris Niclas, a farrier from Sequim, Wash., believes that the equine community benefits when its members work together to improve as a group and as individuals.