Farriers' anger over proposed qualifications for barefoot trimmers
Farriers are objecting to plans for new standards for barefoot trimmers
Barefoot trimming
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Regulation planned for barefoot trimmers and dentists
Defra, Lantra and the British Equine Veterinary Association have come together to create new recognised training standards for barefoot trimmers and equine dentists
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Call for recognised training for trimmers and equine dentists
The government's body for skills training is calling for recognised industry standards for equine barefoot trimmers and dental technicians after a survey revealed significant variation within the professions.
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‘Strasser’ trimmer successfully appeals against sentence
Suffolk horse owner Mary Jo Kowalski has successfully appealed against her original sentence after being found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering in 2006
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Barefoot trimmers to get code of practice
Rogue barefoot trimmers are to be curbed with a new code of practice for equine hoofcare being drawn up by the National Equine Welfare Council
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Farriers hold barefoot trimming conference
The Worshipful Company of Farriers is holding a one-day conference to discuss objectively the issues surrounding barefoot trimming
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Strasser student fights conviction
A woman found guilty of cruelty after pony trimming her pony's feet in accordance with the Strasser method is appealing against her conviction
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Court hears Strasser welfare case
A woman has been accused of causing unnecessary suffering to a laminitic pony after applying the Strasser trim to its hooves
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The pros and cons of going unshod
Working a horse without shoes is becoming more common, with some owners finding their horses are better without shoes, but farriers warn it won't suit every horse
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Daring to go barefoot
The contentious subject of barefoot trimming continues to cause debate – but could it suit your horse?
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Controversy over "alternative" hoofcare treatment
Controversy grows after ILPH issues warning over Strasser Method of DIY hoof trimming
