With members stretching the length and breadth of New Zealand, the Association is a non-profit organisation and provides a high level of training resulting in a recognised qualification and aims to promote improved standards of hoof care and farriery for the ultimate welfare of the equine population in New Zealand. 
Our members stretch the length and breadth of New Zealand. FInd a farrier nationwide. 
Laminitis drug successful in trials
A drug undergoing a clinical trial in horses has proved successful in stopping laminitis in 80 per cent of horses treated so far, it has been reported.
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The barefoot vs. shoes argument
Barefoot trimmers have been changing (not always for the better) the landscape of the hoof care world.
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Drafts affect infrared thermography results
Infrared thermography is extremely sensitive to even very gentle drafts, Austrian researchers have found.
View PostHeavy Horse World Cup Round results
Results from the Auckland Easter show Heavy Horse World Cup round.
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Nigel Fennell clinic, Easter Show
Clinic with Approved Training Farrier and WCF diplomate Nigel Fennell.
View PostPlating – NZ Rules of Racing – Schedule 7
Revision of the ‘plates’ section of the seventh schedule of the NZ Racing Conference Rules of Racing:
View PostInternational Hoof Care Summit
Stuart Muir attended the 2010 International Hoof Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, (2.2-6.2.10) on a New Zealand Equine Research Foundation scholarship.
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Kim Hughes attended the 2010 International Hoof Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, (2.2-6.2.10) on a New Zealand Equine Research Foundation scholarship.
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