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L.P.H.C Five Day Course: The curriculum of this course was developed to provide a
broad in-depth study of the equine foot and its workings.
Structure, Function and
Performance are all defined. Gait, conformation, and environment are
addressed. It is the hope of KC and Robyn La Pierre that this course will lead to
an increased desire to learn all one can about Applied Equine Podiatry
and its practice. This course will provide the Professional Care Giver
with many of the answers to the question they will be asked about barefoot, Applied Equine Podiatry and the HPT Method tm.
Developing the Horse Owner's communication skills, so that he/she may
better communicate their needs to the Professional Care Giver is one
of the many goals of this course.
L.P.H.C Five Day Course Outline:
Day One: Lecture time on the
Suspension Theory of Hoof Dynamics and the HPT Model
Day Two: Lecture time on the
Spectrum of Usability and the HPT Method
Day Three: In depth exploration
of the internal workings of the equine foot. KC La Pierre to perform a
dissection, with theory and functional anatomy being outlined throughout
the demonstration. In depth study of environment and how it effects the
equine as a whole.
Day Four: In depth study of the
equine foot and how to use the Spectrum of Usability to protect the
horse. Lessons in how to achieve performance and health through the
application of correct stimulus.
Day Five: Further study of
Whole Horse Hoof Care and the HPT Model. With the HPT Method being the
main topic. Cadavers are used to demonstrate the HPT Method, and to
establish a base of information for the use of the Spectrum of
Usability.
Due to Insurance
issues Live Horses will only be available for those courses where all
students agree to sign a waiver of liability in advance. Live Horses
will be used for gait analysis, hoof study, and trimming only. In the
event horses are used, a minimum of two hours will be spent on safe
horse handling.
Cost of the five day course is:
$775.00 United Kingdom the cost is: £625. A
non-refundable deposit is required. Click here for
dates and course
registration. Discounts are offered to
PHC members.
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Updated May 15, 2007 
