EQST 1835 - Practical Farrier Science

This course provides in-depth training in the skills and techniques of horseshoeing. Students will conduct a comprehensive study of trimming and shoeing to achieve and maintain limb and foot balance as well as explore topics in specialty, remedial and therapeutic shoes. Students will learn to build shoes for specific purposes. Completion of this course and the preceding courses is intended to prepare students as entry-level farriers; and students are encouraged to complete the American Farrier Association’s (AFA) Farrier Classification examination.
Prerequisites: Completion of both EQST 1210 and ANSC 1400 with a C or better
Minimum Credits: 11
Grading: Letter