IAEP Who is KC

KC La Pierre, RJF, MEP, PhD

Biographical Highlights

Ø Practicing Farrier for over 23 years

Ø Developed hoof wall growth theories published in 2000, Internal Arch Theory 2004

Ø Horse trainer for over 30 years

Ø Currently traveling the world teaching horse owners, Veterinarians, and Farriers “Whole Horse Hoof Care” through Applied Equine Podiatry

Ø Published Author and Illustrator since 1989

Ø Consulted to top trainers; Pat and Linda Parelli, John Lyons, Josh Lyons, Gawani Pony Boy, Mari Monda Zdunic, Belmont Raceway, Kenny Harlow, Dan Summeral, The Beeches , UK, Tommy Turvey, and Tracey Porter.

Ø Considered one of the Foremost Experts on the Equine Foot, Developer of a New Science

Summary of Qualifications

1976 - 1977 Nassau Community College
1977– 1979 NY Institute of Technology
1983 – 1984 Brewers School of Harness Racing
1982 - 1986 President Cenco North Sales Group
1986 - 1987 Developer of Glue-on Shoe
2003 – Present Registered Journeyman Farrier
1989 - Present AFA Certified Farrier
1989 Empire State Farriers Association Blacksmith Competition Grand Champion
1994 – 1996 Asst. Blacksmith to Master Blacksmith Paul Spaulding
NY State Historical society, Farmer’s Museum
1996 - Present Traditional Journeyman Blacksmith
1997 Introduction of the HPT Method
1997 – 2000 Host of Horse Talk Radio, WXBH AM, Radio 1 Internet
2000 Published the Suspension Theory of Hoof Dynamics
2000 – Present Founder/Researcher/Educator, International Institute of Equine Podiatry, Inc
2005 Introduction of “Balance Equation,” the new Science of Foot Care, Dick Vet School, University of Scotland, UK
2005 Middleham University of the United Kingdom, Distance Learning, PhD based upon original research in the field of animal science.
2005 Established On Line Studies in Applied Equine Podiatry
2006 Established curriculum in AEP for Secondary Schools
2007 Introduced Advanced Applied Equine Podiatry On-Line curriculum

Professional Memberships

1988 – 1990 Member of SNEFA, Southern New England Farrier’s Association
1989 – 1996 Member of NEB, New England Blacksmiths
1989 – 1994 AFA Member, American Farriers Association
2003 – Present Member of the Guild of Professional Farriers

Lecture Highlights

2003 CHA, Certified Horseman’s Association, Michigan

2004 Cambridge University Veterinarian College, England, UK
2004 Hereford Farriers Club, Wales, UK
2005 Electives Module for 6^th Year Vet Students

Cambridge University, England, UK

2005 Dick Veterinarian School, University of Scotland, UK

2006 - 2007 International Hoof Summit, Ohio
2006 Post University, Conn. Introduction of curriculum
2007 National Equine Forum, Royal Society

Clinician and Expo History

2000 - 2001 Greater PA Horse Expo, Fort Washington, PA
2001 Equitana USA, Kentucky Horse Park, KY
2001 Tenn. Volunteer Horse Expo, Nashville, TN
2002 – 2007 Horse World Expo, Timonium, MD
2002 – 2003 Horse World Expo, Raritan, NJ
2003 - 2007 Horse World Expo, Harrisburg, PA
2003 The Natural Way Horse Expo, Shartlesville, PA
2003 – 2007 N. Illinois Horse Expo, Belvedere, IL
2004 VA Equine Extravaganza, Richmond, VA
2004 - 2006 Florida Equestrian Celebration, Jacksonville, FL
2005 - 2006 Horse Smart Series, Ocala, FL
2005 Southern Horse Festival, NC
2006/2007 International Hoof Summit, Cincinnati, OH
2007 Horse World Expo, Syracuse, NY

Equine Podiatry Research

2002 – Present Consultant, Researcher to Arkwild, Inc.

Abaco Wild Barb Horse Project, Abaco, Bahamas

2oo2 New Forest Ponies, England, UK
2002 – Present Bio-Mechanics of Heel Placement, I.I.E.P.
2003 Assateague Wild Ponies, MD/VA
2003 – Present Performance foot wear, I.I.E.P.
2005 – Present Environmental effects on the performance horse, I.I.E.P
2005 - Present Internal Arch Research, I.I.E.P
2004 - Present Hyperkeratonized Horn Growth, I.I.E.P.
2004 - Present Effects of Accelerated Breakover, I.I.E.P.
2004 - Present Laminitis, Bio-mechanics of P3 support, I.I.E.P.
2006 Thermodynamics of Epidermal Horn, I.I.E.P

Clientele Highlights

2005 - 2006 Simon Earle’s Racing Yard, The Beeches, England, UK

Home of the Famous Barefoot Racehorse, Saucey Nights

2005 Nevado, Hall of Fame Paso Fino Stallion
2005 Gentil de la Vitrina, World Cup Champion, Fino Stallion
2002 The Lark Ascending, American Quarter Horse Super Horse 1991
1989 General 3, World Record Holder Standardbred 5/8 mile

Rosecroft Raceway, USTA

1989 I Envy Noah, World Record Holder Standardbred 5/8 mile

Rosecroft Raceway, USTA

1998 Don Marino Dos, Paso Fino Performance National Champion

3 year old colt

Published Works

1989 The Strange Little Man, The Blacksmith Legend

Children’s Book, Written and Illustrated by KC

1991 The Wannabeezzz

Children’s Book, Written and Illustrated by KC

2001 Instructional Video – An Introduction to the HPT Method

A High Performance Trim by KC La Pierre

2004 The Chosen Road, A Guide to Applied Equine Podiatry

Naked Greyhound Press, Artwork and Photography also by KC La Pierre

2004 The Chosen Road Video Series: 4-Volume Set

The Chosen Road – The Complete Theory

Horse Handling and Other Trimming Tips

The Internal Hoof, a complete dissection

The HPT Method Applied

2006 - 2007 Newly Released: PHC DVD video series, currently numbering eight.

Members of IIEP/Mentored by KC La Pierre

As of Jan 2007 75 + Diploma Equine Podiatrists, First Level Study, US and UK
As of Jan 2007 2 Diploma Equine Podiatrists, Second Level Study, US
As of Jan 2007 175 + On-Line students, 500+ FT working students / diploma

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